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You can make luau appetizers of simple snacks such as taro chips, macadamia nuts, spring rolls or even sushi. Keep guests happy by offering them a pupu platter of coconut shrimp, edamame, and teriyaki chicken wings – they might not even need the main courses after!
A luau is meant to be fun so keeping it simple and easy should be the target.
On the other hand, as luau appetizers are so yummy, why wait till you have a luau-themed party to serve them? Step up to a different level of hospitality and wow your guests with these delicious finger foods at any party in any season.
Even in winter when the winds are howling, a pupu platter will bring a welcomed touch of tropical warmth.
Here is an idea for a novel dinner party. Dazzle your guests with a world cuisine party. Make it even more interesting by borrowing ideas from ancient cultures.
Start out with Hawaiian luau appetizers – we’ll make an exception in this case and include some more contemporary Hawaiian hor d’oeuvres such as crusted coconut shrimp, Spam musubi teriyaki chicken skewers and roasted macadamia nuts.
For the main course, how about whizzing over to the Yucatan and surprise your guests with Mayan fare like sopa de lima or lime soup and poc chuc, which is char-broiled pork slices and onion marinated in a tangy citrusy sauce.
Complete dinner with candies from your favorite Indian bakery. This dinner with a difference will win you votes for host or hostess of the year!
For ease and simplicity, roasted macadamia nuts win hands down.
Preheat the oven to 225 - 250 ºF, spread shelled whole macadamia nuts onto a pan or cookie sheet and spray lightly with a salt solution for extra flavoring.
Roast for between 10-15 minutes or until they turn a golden color.
Remember to move the nuts around every few minutes to ensure an even roast.
After they have cooled, you can sprinkle onion or garlic salt or some Hawaiian spices for an added kick. Otherwise, a dash of butter will be sufficient.
Use Hawaiian spices to add extra flavor to your luau appetizers.
There are many readily made types of island spices, some made with Grandma’s secret ingredient, sold at the Hawaiian supermarkets or farmers’ markets. The most popular brands are also readily found online.
Make Hawaiian sea salt your secret ingredient. Hawaiian sea salt comes in distinctive red and black colors. The black sea salt from Molokai is deep obsidian black and has a silky texture. The salt is evaporated in the sun on purified black lava rock for added minerals with activated charcoal thrown in for extra health benefits.
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