How To Make A Hangi

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Planning a good Hangi is a BIG task! ***Alert*** If you are not experienced in Hangi preparation there is certainly a lot of issues to consider plus plenty of technical aspects to the operation, which if you are just marginally off, will certainly absolutely spoil your Hangi ordeal. The following is a brief outline of how to make a Hangi. It's in no way a thorough guide, but it will present you with a good indication of what exactly is involved.

Make sure you have all the essential tools and equipment. The main stuff you are likely to require is some sort of Hangi basket (or even several), Hangi stones (or substitute), food, timber, good sized cloths and / or covers along with spades for digging.

Identify a good location to cook the Hangi and dig the Hangi pit. You should be very careful when choosing your spot as not all soil is acceptable for Hangi cooking. Be sure to take into account the particular measurements of the Hangi basket as you are digging the Hangi pit.

Build up your fire placing your rocks in an appropriate spot to ensure that they receive the most energy practicable out of the flames. You will want to ensure that you'll have the right amount of fire wood to heat up your rocks for long enough to enable them to completely cook the food.

While your fire is burning it is time to fill up your Hangi basket with the food stuff you intend to cook. Not all food is suited and do not forget to suitably line the basket to help protect against burning, yet not excessively so that no heat can get through. The specifications, height and width of your Hangi basket will definitely have a direct influence on the way your Hangi will turn out, which means be sure you get it all properly. It is also important for you to check that the baskets are enveloped and your food layered throughout the basket to obtain optimum cooking.

As soon as the rocks have reached their highest possible temperature swiftly transfer them all straight into your Hangi pit. Position your basket on the top and after that layer your wet covers across your basket. Quickly cover up your Hangi with dirt.

Depending on the size of your meal as well as the temperature source chosen, wait around two to four hours for your Hangi to work it's magic. Continually check to make sure of no leakages or vents. Sit back, rest and savor a drink or two whilst admiring all of your hard work. Most of all hope like hell that you have completed it all properly!

Once sufficient time has passed uncover the Hangi carefully. Transfer to the table and then dish it up. Typically Hangi food is laid out for people to help themselves, although this will be for you to decide obviously. Individually bundled fundraiser Hangi packages and commercial operations are going to have a slightly different strategy. Best of luck and enjoy!