Hawaiian pupus

You can bet that any Hawaiian lū’au or party will always have the best Hawaiian appetizers or pūpūs. Everything from traditional Hawaiian food to local favorites. Hawaiian pūpūs can’t be beat.

Local-Style Chow Fun is a must-try when visiting Hawaii! If you can't make it to Hawaii, replicate this popular dish at home. It's packed with vegetables and seasoned with soy sauce, oyster sauce, garlic and lots of black pepper. Super ono!

Gau Gee is a classic Hawaii treat! It is similar to deep fried wontons but is even more delicious. Featuring a savory pork and shrimp filling. Easy to make: mix the filling, fold the gau gee, fry, and eat! A crowd pleaser for sure ^_^

I remember growing up and buying boiled peanuts from Lau Poo market in Pauoa valley. I used to love walking into the aroma-filled store on Saturday mornings. You could almost taste the boiled peanuts and manapua.I'm not really sure how and when boiled peanuts made its way to hawaii, but they are very simillar to the boiled peanuts that you find in the South. I also use Ono Hawaiian Seasoning instead of just plain Hawaiian Salt. It adds a subtle layer of flavor...I guess that's why they…

Relive those Island memories with these buttery, velvety shrimp-truck style Kahuku Garlic Shrimp. Simple, easy recipe; ready in under 30 minutes.

When we get together with friends, it often is a potluck affair. In fact, even when it isn’t a potluck affair, everyone brings something anyway. Sometimes there is a theme to the gathering th…

Hawaiian Puka Mustard recipe: If you love Puka dogs from Hawaii, this pineapple/coconut mustard is the perfect condiment for them.

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Lumpia is an ono treat that is crunchy and filling all wrapped in one single piece.

Offering a variety of fresh fruits and succulent, marinaded meats will satisfy your guests’ hunger by being more filling but still short of a meal. Here is a collection of savory Hawaiian Luau appetizer recipes with a tropical-inspired twist on party favorites.