Looking for fresh dinner ideas with local ingredients? We’ve got you covered! Check out our weekly meal plans featuring delicious recipes that highlight the best seasonal produce and pantry staples available at kauailocalfood.com! Subscribe to our blog to get the local meal plans sent your inbox each week.
…A few important notes…
We’re not going for 100% local. There are many things we love that just aren’t readily available or accessible locally – such as rice, pasta, tortillas, noodles, etc. We’re shooting for better eating for our food system, not perfect.
The majority of our customers are meal eaters. So you’ll see a local protein featured in each day’s meal, but feel free to swap out the meat with veggies if you’re a vegetarian!
We’re not providing detailed step by step recipes here, just local meal plan ideas. Recipes are easily Google’d, and so many of you are great cooks already- we figured you might wing it anyways!
Sunday: Oxtail Soup with Island Flavors
Slow-simmered local oxtail in a rich broth with carrots, bok choy, and a touch of ginger. Serve with a side of poi or rice for a true comfort meal.
Monday: Pastele Sausage & Rice
Sofrito-seasoned pasteles-style sausage sautéed with onions and garlic. Mix into fluffy rice for a Puerto Rican-Hawaiian fusion dish. Serve with a side of fresh local greens.
Tuesday: Local-Style Egg Roll in a Bowl
A deconstructed egg roll?? Made with ground pork, cabbage, and carrots, stir-fried with shoyu and a hint of sesame oil. Top with crispy wonton strips for extra crunch!
Wednesday: Hawaiian-Style Philly Cheesesteak
Sliced beef sautéed with onions, bell peppers, and provolone, served on a hoagie roll. Add a drizzle of teriyaki for a unique twist!
Thursday: Garden Fresh Frittata
A baked egg dish featuring local vegetables, cheeses, and Portuguese sausage. Enjoy with a side of papaya slices or local oranges and toasted taro rolls.
Friday: Lilikoi Beef Enchiladas
Ground beef enchiladas topped with a zesty enchilada sauce infused with a touch of liliko’i for a tropical twist. Served with local avocado and a fresh cabbage slaw.
Saturday: Thai Basil Pork with Jasmine Rice
Ground pork stir-fried with Thai basil, garlic, and chili, served over fragrant jasmine rice. Add a fried egg on top for a hearty local favorite!
Why Buy Local?
Fresh, locally sourced ingredients make each of these meals even better! From farm-raised meats and fresh greens to vibrant, homegrown produce, supporting local farmers means fresher flavors, better nutrition, and a stronger community. Ultimately, when you cook with local ingredients, you’re not just making a meal—you’re making a difference!