Kalua means that food is cooked for long hours wrapped inside banana, ti, or luau leaves. The long cooking time thoroughly saturates the meat with our special spices and guarantees a tender, juicy meal.
Preparation: Thaw it in the microwave or set it on your countertop. For heating, double broiler or chafing dishes with sterno flames seem to work the best. Add a few teaspoons of water per pound of meat and steam for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. If using a microwave, add a few teaspoons of water per pound of meat and heat for one and half minutes per pound, stirring occasionally. On the stove, add a few teaspoons of water per pound of meat and heat until warm, stirring occasionally. 45-day shelf life chilled and six months frozen.
