10 Interesting Fact About Hawaiian Cuisine

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• Hawaiian Cuisine is the result of the influence of Polynesia, Asian and American cultures.
• Poke is a popular dish in Hawaii made from raw fish pieces mixed with ingredients such as garlic, onion, soy sauce, and chili.
• Hawaiian traditional dishes such as Kalua Pig are prepared by steaming pigs in heated soils with hot stones.
• Spam, canned meat made from pork and ham, very popular in Hawaii and is often used in dishes such as spam musubi.
• Other popular dishes in Hawaii include Loco Moco, which consists of rice, beef burgers, eggs, and chocolate sauce.
• POI, Hawaii staple food made from fermented taro tubers, has textures such as porridge and is usually eaten by hand.
• Popular desserts in Hawaii include shave ice, shaved ice served with fruits and coconut cream syrup.
• Traditional Hawaii dishes are usually served in large portions and eaten together with family and friends.
• Many restaurants in Hawaii use fresh ingredients from gardens and local sea.
• Dishes and drinks such as Mai Tai, Blue Hawaii, and Pina Colada are from Hawaii and are inspired by the natural beauty of the island.