Kalua Pig Nachos Recipe: The Ultimate Hawaiian Twist on Classic Nachos
Prep time: 30 min. Cook time: 6 hours
If you want to be the undisputed hero at your next BBQ, Super Bowl party, or family gathering, look no further than these incredible Kalua Pig Nachos! This dish is a true Hawaiian twist on classic nachos, taking everything you love about crispy chips and melted cheese and elevating it with the rich, smoky, and unbelievably tender flavors of authentic Kalua Pig. It's famously smoky, perfectly salty, wonderfully cheesy, and absolutely finger-licking good – a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for the recipe.
These Hawaiian nachos bring a taste of the luau right to your table, combining the deep, slow-cooked goodness of traditional Kalua Pig with the fun, shareable format of nachos. Whether you're a seasoned chef or looking for an easy Kalua Pig Nachos recipe to impress, this guide makes it simple to create a dish that embodies the spirit of island comfort food. Get ready for a flavor explosion that will make your next event truly unforgettable!
The first step is to make your Kalua Pig.
Ingredients
- Pork Butt (5-6 lbs)
- 5 tbsp liquid smoke
- About 1-2 tbsp of Hawaiian Sea Salt
- 5 cloves of garlic
Instructions
- Rinse your pork butt and then use a knife to poke holes about 2 inches deep. Insert garlic cloves into pork butt.
- Rub Hawaiian salt all over. Lomi (massage) da buggah all over.
- Put pork butt into a crock pot and cover with water about halfway. If you have a larger crock pot and your meat does not fill at least 80% off the pot, make sure you add only about a 1/2 cup of water.
- Add 5 tbsp of liquid smoke.
- Switch pot on to HIGH for about 5 hours, then lower the heat to LOW for the next 2 hours or so.
- At the 3 hour mark flip your meat over. Check for doneness.
- After 6 hours start shredding your meat. It should just fall apart. If it doesn't, leave it in the pot on low for another half hour and check again.
- Shred your meat and set aside.
If you want to get fancy and add more than just the toppings listed below, you could also make some Lomi Lomi Salmon. Check out our recipe HERE.
Now start on your Nacho Toppings
Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
- 1 cup shredded pepperjack
- 1 cup sour cream seasoned to taste with Hawaiian Chili Pepper Water or Cholula
- 1⁄2 cup green onion, chopped
- 1⁄4 cup sliced bottled jalapeno
- 1⁄2 cup pickled red onion
- 1 bag tortilla chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Get a large baking sheet and spread even layers of tortilla chips, kalua pork and cheese.
- Place in oven and bake for about 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.
- Remove from oven and top with sour cream, green onion, jalapenos and pickled onion.
- Serve warm and Pig out!!
There you have it – the ultimate Kalua Pig Nachos recipe that’s sure to become your new favorite party dish! This Hawaiian comfort food offers a perfect blend of smoky, savory, and cheesy goodness, making every bite an unforgettable experience.
We hope your guests pig out on this delicious Hawaiian nachos creation! For more authentic Hawaiian recipes and to explore our range of Hawaiian snacks and Hawaiian Sea Salt, visit Snack Hawaii's website today!
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