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mo bettah macaroni salad recipe

Mo Bettah Macaroni Salad Recipe

Discover the magic of Hawaiian cuisine with our mo bettah macaroni salad recipe. Learn tips, history, and variations for this creamy, sweet, and tangy dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g elbow macaroni
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (preferably Kewpie)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 cup carrots (finely chopped)
  • 1 cup celery (finely chopped)
  • 1 small onion (finely chopped)
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • optional vinegar
  • optional garlic powder
  • optional diced bell peppers
  • optional jalapeños
  • optional pineapple chunks
  • optional shredded tuna

Equipment

  • Pot for boiling pasta
  • Bowl for mixing
  • Knife and chopping board
  • Spoon for mixing
  • Plastic wrap For covering the bowl

Method
 

  1. Boil the elbow macaroni until al dente, then rinse under cold water.
  2. Toss the drained pasta with a splash of vinegar (optional).
  3. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise with brown sugar, salt, pepper, and optional garlic powder for the dressing.
  4. Chop the veggies finely and add them to the bowl.
  5. Combine the cooled pasta, creamy dressing, and chopped veggies in a large bowl, folding gently to avoid mashing the noodles.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least two hours, or overnight for best flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Letting the salad sit for a few hours (or overnight) allows the flavors to meld beautifully, enhancing the taste.
Feel free to customize the salad with options like pineapple or tuna for added flavor and texture.
Use an airtight container to store leftovers in the fridge for up to three days. Press plastic wrap on the surface before sealing to prevent drying out.
Avoid freezing the salad, as it can change the texture. Instead, prepare smaller batches if you're concerned about leftovers.
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