How to Make Pipi Kaula

Pipi kaula is Hawaii's version of beef jerky. It's a popular "pupu" or appetizer that is enjoyed during a barbecue or a casual beach gathering. Despite it's a long process to make, it's worth the wait to bite into these spicy treats.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds (910g) flank steak
  • 3/4 cup (180 ml) soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Hawaiian or rock salt
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 ginger piece, crushed
  • 1 red chili pepper, crushed (optional, for spice taste)

Steps

  1. How.com.vn English: Step 1 Prepare the flank steaks by cutting them into 1 1/3 inch (3.4 cm) wide strips.
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  2. How.com.vn English: Step 2 Create the marinade.
    Mix the soy sauce, salt, sugar, garlic clove, ginger, and chili pepper in a small bowl.[2]
  3. How.com.vn English: Step 3 Marinate the meat...
    Marinate the meat in the refrigerator overnight.[3]
  4. How.com.vn English: Step 4 Dry the meat...
    Dry the meat. This can be achieved by two methods:
    • Use a dry box. Lay the meat strips on the metal racks and place in the hot sun for two days. Bring the dry box inside each night.[4]
    • Use an oven.[5] Lay the meat strips on metal racks (for example cooking racks). Dry the meat for 7 hours at 175ºF or 79ºC.
  5. How.com.vn English: Step 5 Serve.
    Store the meat in an airtight container in the refrigerator or serve immediately as pupus.
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