Hawaiian Opu (Stomach) Popper Recipe

Name: Hawaiian Opu (Stomach) Popper
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Potato salad is a common staple at many gatherings in Hawaii. Often people will seek out the potato salad first before actually taking part in the actual meal. In this recipe, much effort is made t…; 1 gallon Kraft mayonnaise; 2 pounds elbow macaroni, cooked until soft; 1 cup lump crab meat; 4 pounds new potatoes; 1 cup sliced black olives; 2 cups diced carrots, blanched; 2 cups green peas, blanched; 6 hard-boiled eggs, finely diced; 2 tablespoons salt; 1 tablespoon paprika (sweet); 1 dozen cherry tomatoes

Servings: persons

Potato salad is a common staple at many gatherings in Hawaii. Often people will seek out the potato salad first before actually taking part in the actual meal. In this recipe, much effort is made to achieve maximum richness.
1 gallon Kraft mayonnaise
2 pounds elbow macaroni, cooked until soft
1 cup lump crab meat
4 pounds new potatoes
1 cup sliced black olives
2 cups diced carrots, blanched
2 cups green peas, blanched
6 hard-boiled eggs, finely diced
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon paprika (sweet)
1 dozen cherry tomatoes

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The macaroni, potatoes, peas, carrots, and hard-boiled eggs are all cooked separately and cooled to room temperature.
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All ingredients are all combined in the biggest pot or bowl available and mixed by hand to blend thoroughly.
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Additional salt may be added following this if it is not tasty enough.
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Finish off by placing the salad in a huge serving tray and sprinkling paprika over the top.
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Surround with cherry tomatoes.
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895

kcal

Calories

Fat

111

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Potato salad is a common staple at many gatherings in Hawaii. Often people will seek out the potato salad first before actually taking part in the actual meal. In this recipe, much effort is made to achieve maximum richness., 1 gallon Kraft mayonnaise, 2 pounds elbow macaroni, cooked until soft, 1 cup lump crab meat, and more.

Yes, Hawaiian Opu (Stomach) Popper falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hawaiian Opu (Stomach) Popper

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