Pipikaula, meaning beef rope in Hawaiian, was created by the paniolo, Hawaii’s cowboys, who salted and dried beef to preserve it on long cattle drives. Modern versions marinate the meat in shoyu, sugar, and garlic before roasting or drying it into chewy strips.
What makes it great is its intense, concentrated flavor, salty, sweet, and garlicky all at once. It is the perfect party snack and a delicious throwback to Hawaii’s ranching days.

