ハワイ編

dumplings|2025.6.24


「旅する餃子」ハワイ編。
ハワイといえばロコモコやポケを思い出すが、
さて、餃子はどんな味になるのか。


旅好きの人が最後に向かう先、ハワイ。

Even for Travel Afficionados, Hawaii Is the Final Destination.

Everyone loves Hawaii. Even seasoned travelers who’ve crisscrossed the U.S. and Europe often conclude, “Hawaii is still the best.” Why?
First, the subtropical climate, with average temperatures from 24°C to 30°C year-round, and low rainfall, it’s comfortable to visit any time of year.
Then there’s the nature. Set in the Pacific, the 132 islands of Hawaii boast not only beaches but also jungles, valleys, volcanoes, waterfalls, and starlit skies.
Hawaii’s history also runs deep. Polynesians settled the Big Island about 1,500 years ago, followed 500 years later by Tahitians who shaped its early culture. The islands unified as the Kingdom of Hawaii in 1810 under King Kamehameha I. U.S. missionaries arrived in 1820, and the capital moved to Lahaina. In 1959, Hawaii became America’s 50th state.
And then, there’s the culture. From the famous hula dance to Hawaiian music with ukuleles and slack-key guitar, and countless myths tied to nature and spirits… Hawaii offers a depth that goes far beyond just pretty views.


多様な美味しさが混ざったロコ料理的な餃子。

Loco-Style Dumplings: A Delicious Melting Pot of Flavors.

With its rich blend of nature, history, and culture, Hawaii also stands out for its food. Known as loco, it blends Polynesian roots, American influence, and other immigrant cultures. A classic example is loco moco—rice topped with a hamburger patty, fried egg, and gravy.
Inspired by Oahu’s garlic shrimp, this dumpling recipe starts with slow-heated garlic oil. Shrimp is finely chopped and mixed with pork and garlic oil to make the filling. It’s wrapped in black pepper–infused dough, pan-fried, and finished with garlic oil, lemon, and parsley.
So, how does it taste?
Juicy shrimp, rich garlic oil, and bright lemon acidity come together beautifully. The black pepper–infused wrappers add just the right kick. It’s a dumpling packed with the bold, layered flavors of Hawaii’s loco cuisine. Mahalo for the feast!