Recipes

The ideal pork butt for this recipe is well-marbled and bone-in for maximum flavor and moisture.

Rub the butt with salt, dribble with liquid smoke then wrap it in several layers of ti leaves. Besides helping to steam the meat, ti leaves provide a subtle flavor that shouldn't be skipped. If ti is not available, substitute banana leaves.

Place the wrapped butt in a crock pot and pour the cup of water around it. The water is there primarily to prevent scorching until the meat cooks down enough to render its own juices.

Cook on low for at least 5-6 hours but up to all day.

When cooking is complete, remove the butt, reserve juices and discard the leaves. Let the meat rest for a few minutes. When cool enough to handle, shred with two forks.

Pour reserved liquid over the shredded meat and serve. Assuming you have any leftover at the end of the night, kâlua pig freezes well.