6 Tasty Recipes From Hawaiian Cuisine to Taste the Summer Season
Nothing would heal our minds more than a relaxing vacation in Hawaii. Sadly, that is way more expensive than our wallets can handle at the moment. However, we can bring a slice of the island to our homes, right in the kitchen.
Despite Hawaii being a part of the United States, it has one of the most underrated cultures and most delicious cuisines. With these six recipes, you can learn more about the Hawaiian lifestyle, just in time for summer.
Authentic Hawaiian Macaronic Salad by Favorite Family Recipes
If you go to a Hawaiian restaurant, you will notice their combination meals will serve a side of macaroni salad. Compared to your average mac salad, we find the Hawaiian version much creamier and packed with even more flavor. Favorite Family Recipes keep it simple with your basic ingredients: carrots, mayonaisse, milk and sugar.
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Classic Loco Moco by 'Ono Hawaiian Recipes
Hawaiian Loco Moco is a complex dish, but the flavors balance themselves very well. On a bed of rice, you will find a tender ground beef patty. Then, you'll have a sweet gravy glaze alongside onions, mushrooms and green onions. And don't forget to include the most important item: the fried egg. 'Ono Hawaiian Recipes has one beginners can make in less than an hour.
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Spam Musubi by Omnivore's Cookbook
Not into sushi with seafood? You may prefer Hawaii's spam musubi. With precision, this iconic dish wraps white rice with seaweed. Layered in between is a juicy, salty slice of fried spam. With Omnivore's Cookbook, the star, however, is its sweet blend of soy sauce and sugar.
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Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken by Cooking for My Soul
Rather than being fried, you will see more Hawaiian dishes opting for the grill, like huli huli chicken. This authentic recipe has a combination of flavors you won't forget. Pineapple gives it a sweet edge, while the chicken is naturally savory and smoky.
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Ahi Tuna Poke Bowls by Plays Well With Butter
Over the past few years, poke bowl establishments have popped up all across the United States. However, many people don't know they are Hawaiian. With the help of Plays Well With Butter, you can recreate it from your home. This recipe uses ahi tuna plus fresh ingredients of avocado, cucumber and more.
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Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp by What's Gaby Cooking
Shrimp is a popular dish in nearly every culture. In Hawaii, you'll find a garlic rendition. What's Gaby Cooking features of potpourri of spices to get the garlicky sauce: paprika, cayenne pepper, parsley, lemon juice and more. it's tangy while turning up the heat and would go fabulously with a cool, fruity refreshment.
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