Best 6 No Imu Kalua Pig Recipes
Preparing a traditional Hawaiian kālua pig is a time-honored culinary practice that has been passed down through generations. However, in modern times, the limitations of space and equipment may prevent you from creating this delicacy in an imu, an underground oven. With this article, we aim to guide you through the process of crafting a delectable "no imu kalua pig" using alternative methods. Discover how to replicate the authentic flavors and textures of kālua pig without the use of an imu, whether you're cooking in a conventional oven, a slow cooker, or even an instant pot. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that brings the vibrant spirit of Hawaiian culture right into your kitchen.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
OVEN KALUA PORK
Fire up the tiki torches -- it's time for a luau! This delicious slow-roasted pork is rubbed with sea salt and liquid smoke to recall the glorious flavors of pig cooked in a traditional Hawaiian imu. Once cooked and cooled, it can be shredded and served with poi, yams or even on a bun. You may use ordinary sea salt for this recipe if the Hawaiian variety is unavailable.
Provided by Ben S.
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork
Time 5h30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Rub liquid smoke and 1 1/2 tablespoons of the salt into the skin of the pork. Wrap well in foil, and seal completely. Place in a roasting pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until an internal temperature of 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) is reached, about 5 hours. Remove from oven and let cool before shredding. Sprinkle the shredded meat with the remaining 1 tablespoon of salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.4 calories, Cholesterol 74.4 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 1494.8 mg
SAM CHOY'S OVEN-ROASTED KALUA PIG
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Using small sharp knife, cut 1/4-inch-deep slits 1 inch apart all over pork roast. Rub 2 tablespoons sea salt all over pork. Unfold 1 banana leaf on work surface and place pork roast atop leaf. Fold up leaf around pork, enclosing completely. Repeat wrapping pork in remaining 2 banana leaves, 1 at a time.
- Tie with kitchen string to secure, then wrap roast in foil. Place pork in roasting pan; pour 4 cups water into pan.
- Roast pork in oven until very tender when pierced with fork, about 5 hours. Unwrap pork and cool slightly. Shred pork and place in large bowl. Bring remaining 2 cups water and remaining 2 teaspoons salt to boil in small saucepan. Add liquid smoke; pour over pork and stir to blend. Let stand 10 minutes to allow liquid to flavor pork. Serve.
KALUA PIG IN A SLOW COOKER
This is a simple way of making traditional Hawaiian kalua pig without having to dig a hole in your back yard.
Provided by KIKUKAT
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork
Time 20h10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Pierce pork all over with a carving fork. Rub salt then liquid smoke over meat. Place roast in a slow cooker.
- Cover, and cook on Low for 16 to 20 hours, turning once during cooking time.
- Remove meat from slow cooker, and shred, adding drippings as needed to moisten.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.2 calories, Cholesterol 82.4 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 714.6 mg
IMU PIG
Steps:
- Dig a hole in the ground about 8-feet by 8-feet by 4-feet deep. Arrange wood in a pyramid fashion then placing round river stones on top of wood. Light wood and heat stones for about 6 hours or until wood starts to turn into bright red coals.
- Place pig on its back and place a few hot stones in cavity. Wrap with meshed wire.
- Arrange remaining stones over wood so it becomes level. Take out any wood that has not burned into coals. Place shredded banana stumps evenly on top of stones next arrange 1/2 of amount of Ti leaf stalks evenly on shredded banana stumps. Place wrapped pig in meshed wire on top of Ti leaf stalks add remaining Ti leaf stalks on top of pig. Next place soaked burlap bags on Ti leaf stalks. Then place heavy duty canvas on top of wet burlap bags. Place 6 inches of sand on top of that. Cook for 6 hours,
- Uncover imu and shred pig.
OVEN KALUA PIG
When you want a taste of Hawaii but can't dig an Imu in your yard and there are no KTA's or Star markets around.
Provided by Wenstar
Categories Pork
Time 8h5m
Yield 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- -------OvenMethod-------------.
- Place Boston Butt in a roasting pan.
- Combine salt and Liquid Smoke and spread all over roast.
- Pour the water in the pan.
- Cover with heavy duty aluminum foil and roast in a 200 degree oven for 8 hours or over night.
- Shred meat and serve.
- ---------CrockpotMethod------------.
- Place roast in crockpot.
- Mix salt and Liquid Smoke and spread over roast.
- Pour in water and cook on low heat for 8-10 hours.
- Shredd meat and enjoy.
- Note: Left overs freeze well and are great to have on hand when you want to make kahlua pig and cabbage or potatoes.
OVEN-STYLE KALUA PORK OR PIG
The mother of all invention is need. Having retired after a lifetime in Hawaii and moving to Arizona, I had to figure out how to make the foods that we were familiar with. With Kalua Pig, think of an uber moist, tender, juicy, salty, smoky pulled Pork, but WAY BETTER. This dish freezes beautifully. I normally make at least a 3-4 pound Pork Butt for us two; portion it all off as ½ cup per serving, pack & freeze.
Provided by kaneohegirlinaz
Categories Meat
Time 4h5m
Yield 1-8 lbs.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Each Pork Butt weighs in differently. For each pound of Pork use: ½ tablespoons Salt & ¾ tablespoons Liquid smoke (I use Hawaiian Salt and the Mesquite Flavor liquid Smoke, that tastes more like the real thing).
- Pre-heat the oven to 500?.
- Rub the Liquid Smoke all over the meat and then sprinkle evenly with the Sea Salt .
- Wrap the meat, Burrito style, in your leaves and then in Heavy Duty Foil.
- Place in a baking pan/dish and cover tightly with more foil.
- In it goes to the oven for 30 minutes, then reduce the heat to 325?.
- Bake for an additional 3 ½ hours.
- Allow to cool, unwrap and discard the foil and leaves (save any juices).
- Shred the meat how you like, either by hand or using two forks, combining it with those lovely juices.
- Serve warm, the way we do in Hawaii, with steamed White (or Brown) Rice. MMM! ONO!
- **Cook's Note: Banana Leaves can be found in Ethnic markets in the freezer section. Of course, if you're lucky enough to find Green (not multi-colored) Ti Leaves, that would make it truer to the Imu-Cooked (underground pit-oven) Kalua Pig.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1007, Fat 71.2, SaturatedFat 24.7, Cholesterol 299.4, Sodium 7253.1, Protein 85
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of pork: Pork shoulder is the best cut for Kalua pig, as it has a good amount of fat that will help keep the meat moist during cooking.
- Use a flavorful rub: The rub is what will give your Kalua pig its delicious flavor. Be sure to use a rub that includes a variety of spices, such as salt, pepper, garlic, and cumin.
- Cook the pork slowly and evenly: Kalua pig is traditionally cooked in an underground oven, but you can also cook it in a slow cooker or oven. Be sure to cook the pork at a low temperature for several hours, or until it is fall-off-the-bone tender.
- Serve the Kalua pig with traditional Hawaiian sides: Kalua pig is traditionally served with sides such as poi, haupia, and lomi lomi salmon. These sides will help to complete the Hawaiian feast.
Conclusion:
Kalua pig is a delicious and flavorful Hawaiian dish that is perfect for any special occasion. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make this dish at home. Be sure to follow these tips to ensure that your Kalua pig turns out perfect.
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