Lomi Salmon
Discover the fresh, vibrant flavors of Hawaii with this classic Lomi Salmon recipe! This traditional Hawaiian dish stars cured salmon, meticulously prepared and diced before being tossed with juicy diced tomatoes, sweet onions, and crisp green onions. The curing process, using coarse sea salt, enhances the salmon’s flavor while maintaining its tender yet firm texture. With no cooking required, this refreshing dish is chilled and served as the perfect appetizer or side dish for warm-weather gatherings, luaus, or any occasion where a taste of the islands is desired. Easy to prepare yet packed with flavor, Lomi Salmon is a must-try for lovers of seafood and tropical cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 pound salmon fillet (skinless, boneless)
- 0.25 cup coarse sea salt
- 2 medium tomatoes (diced)
- 1 small sweet onion (diced)
- 4 stalks green onions (thinly sliced)
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup ice
Instructions
1. Rinse the salmon fillet with cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
2. Generously rub the coarse sea salt all over the salmon fillet, coating it completely.
3. Wrap the salmon tightly in plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator to cure for 8 hours or overnight.
4. After curing, remove the salmon from the refrigerator. Rinse off the salt thoroughly under cold running water.
5. Submerge the salmon in a bowl of water and ice for 10 minutes to remove any remaining salt and firm up the texture.
6. Remove the salmon from the ice water, pat dry, and dice it into small cubes (approximately 1/4 inch).
7. In a mixing bowl, combine the diced salmon, diced tomatoes, diced sweet onion, and sliced green onions.
8. Gently toss the ingredients together to combine. Avoid overmixing to preserve the texture of the salmon and vegetables.
9. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
10. Before serving, give the lomi salmon a final gentle stir. Serve chilled as an appetizer or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
595 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.2 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 125 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 23162 mg | 1007% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.0 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.3 g | ||
| Protein | 50.3 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 32.3 mcg | 162% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1791 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
