Poi

Directions

1. 1
   Poi should be fresh, 1 or 2 days old.
2. 2
   Freeze-dried or bottled poi may be substituted, although the flavor is more bland.
3. 3
   Squeeze poi from bag into bowl, gradually adding water.
4. 4
   Mix with hands until smooth, the consistency of thick paste.
5. 5
   Store, covered, in a cool place.
6. 6
   Serve at room temperature.
7. 7
   If poi is kept at room temperature for several days, it will sour gradually.
8. 8
   If refrigerated, it will sour more slowly, but should be covered with a layer of water.
9. 9
   It may be mixed with more water when ready to serve, as it hardens with cold.
10. 10
    It will serve about 20, depending on how much they like it.