Best 7 Lomi Lomi Recipes

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Lomi lomi salmon is a traditional Hawaiian dish featuring succulent cooked salmon gently massaged ("lomi") with Hawaiian sea salt and tomatoes until the fish flakes beautifully. Served with onions and a splash of lemon juice, this tender and flavorful dish is often paired with poi, a Hawaiian staple made from pounded taro root.

In this comprehensive guide, we'll embark on a culinary journey to explore three enticing variations of lomi lomi salmon, each offering a unique twist on this Hawaiian classic:

1. Classic Lomi Lomi Salmon: Experience the original symphony of flavors in this classic lomi lomi salmon recipe. With its perfect balance of saltiness, tanginess, and a hint of sweetness, this traditional version showcases the natural beauty of fresh salmon.

2. Spicy Lomi Lomi Salmon: Ignite your taste buds with this fiery rendition of lomi lomi salmon. A generous addition of chili peppers brings a delightful kick, while the harmonious blend of sweet onion, juicy tomatoes, and zesty lemon juice creates a captivating flavor profile.

3. Avocado Lomi Lomi Salmon: Indulge in the creamy embrace of avocado in this rich and satisfying lomi lomi salmon variation. The velvety avocado lends a luxurious texture, while red onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime contribute layers of flavor.

Whether you prefer the classic simplicity, the spicy heat, or the creamy decadence, these three lomi lomi salmon recipes offer an extraordinary culinary adventure, deeply rooted in Hawaiian tradition. So, let's dive into the kitchen and create a taste of paradise in your own home!

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LOMI LOMI



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Smoked salmon, tomato and onion make up this tantalizing Hawaiian salad. It's just not a luau without the lomi!

Provided by SAXONY

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Salmon Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups diced salted salmon
6 medium tomatoes, diced
1 white onion, chopped
½ cup chopped green onion
sea salt to taste
cayenne pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir together the salted salmon, tomatoes, white onion, green onion, sea salt and cayenne pepper. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3.6 g, Cholesterol 5.4 mg, Fat 1.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 476.5 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

LOMI SALMON SALAD



Lomi Salmon Salad image

Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time P1DT6h20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups kosher salt or Hawaiian salt
1/2 cup sugar
4 (6-ounce) sushi-quality salmon fillets
3 fresh limes
1 large red onion, diced find
2 large tomatoes, seeds removed and diced fine
4 scallions, tender green and white parts only sliced on the diagonal into very thin slices
2 tablespoons minced fresh dill leaves

Steps:

  • Please note that this recipe takes 36 hours to complete.
  • Begin curing the salmon the day before. Combine the salt and sugar and mix well. In a shallow nonreactive container which is large enough to accommodate the salmon fillets in a single layer, spread half the salt/sugar mixture, reserving the balance. Lay the salmon fillets on top of the mixture and use the rest of the salt/sugar mixture to completely cover the fish fillets. Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours to salt-cure.
  • Early the next day, microwave the limes in a small bowl to release the essential oils, and set aside until they are just cool enough to handle. Soak the salmon fillets in cold water to remove most of the salt. Rinse and dry the same non-reactive container in which you cured the salmon. Place the fillets in the container and squeeze the lime juice over, cover and refrigerate for 6 to 8 hours to allow the acids in the lime juice to chemically cure the fish.
  • Dice the lime cured salmon into small cubes, keeping in mind that the completed salad will resemble the texture of salsa. Add red onion, scallions, and tomato and gently fold in. Season, to taste, with black pepper and chill.
  • Transfer salad to serving dish and sprinkle with fresh dill.

SALTED SALMON AND TOMATO SALAD WITH ONIONS (AKA LOMI LOMI SALMON



Salted Salmon and Tomato Salad With Onions (Aka Lomi Lomi Salmon image

This is a traditional modern Hawaiian dish. It is perfect for those dog days of summer when you want a cool salad. ***NOTE*** Salted Salmon is also known as cured salmon. If it's not available at our supermarket, there is a recipe here Recipe #136947 that I have never tried, but looks just right! By the way, "lomi-lomi" meand massage-massage in Hawaiian, and that's what you do to make this salad.

Provided by HawaiiChef79

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 1/2 cup, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups salted salmon, cut into tiny cubes
6 large tomatoes, diced
1 large maui onions or 1 large other sweet onion, diced
1/2 cup green onion, chopped, using only greens
1 teaspoon hawaiian salt or 1 teaspoon sea salt
1 cup ice, crushed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together salmon, tomatoes, onions and salt.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve. Right before serving, add crushed ice.
  • ***NOTE*** Please taste your salted salmon before making this recipe. If it's too salty, you have to soak it over night in cold water. If it's not salty enough, add more salt. Also, some people (like my father) like to add some spice to this, so, you could add some Hawaiian red chili peppers, or red pepper flakes to kick it up a bit.

LOMI LOMI SALMON



Lomi Lomi Salmon image

Credit for this recipe goes to Nolallan at Epicurious. For those of us who love the Hawaiian Islands or are Hawaiian or Hawaiian at heart, this appetizer is a wonderful taste of the islands, sure to bring back that ecclectic polynesian taste only found on our beautiful Hawaiian Islands!

Provided by TJW2725

Categories     Hawaiian

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs salmon fillets, fresh, no skin
2 cups sea salt
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 bunch green onion
1/2 lime, juice of
1 bunch fresh cilantro
1 avocado

Steps:

  • Make sure you use the freshest salmon you can get, preferably, it jumped right into your kitchen from the ocean.
  • Place salmon in glass dish, cover completely with salt( you may not need all two cups)and refrigerate overnight.
  • Drain salmon in the morning and pat dry - do not rinse.
  • Dice salmon and place in favorite serving bowl.
  • Chop tomato, green onions, placing on salmon.
  • Sqeeze juice from half of the lime, removing seeds.
  • Cover salmon mixture; placing freshly chopped cilantro on top. Refrigerate 3 hours before serving.
  • Serve with avacado slices.
  • Note: prep time does not include the overnight salting process.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.1, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 69.7, Sodium 37330.5, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 1.4, Protein 32.5

LOMI LOMI SALMON



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Categories     Fish     Vegetable     Appetizer     Marinate     Low Carb

Yield 8 - 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

Fresh salmon filet; no bones
Hawaiian or Rock salt, enough to cover salmon for soaking overnight approximately 1/2 cup
Cherry tomatos one cup
Green onions, one bunch
One lime, halved
Fresh cilantro
Avacodo, toasted pita bread or crackers

Steps:

  • Perhaps one of the easiest dishes to prepare but one that looks and tastes like hours were involved! Place salmon in glass dish, cover completely with Hawaiian salt and refrigerate overnight. Drain salmon in the morning and pat dry - do not rinse. Dice salmon and place in favorite serving bowl. Chop tomato, green onions, placing on salmon. Sqeeze juice from half of the lime, removing seeds. Cover salmon mixture; placing freshly chopped cilantro on top. Refrigerate 3 hours before serving. Serve with avacado slices, sesame crackers or toasted pita bread...can be eaten with or without these sides!

LOMI LOMI SALMON



Lomi Lomi Salmon image

Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time P1DT20m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound side of salmon, sliced 1-inch thick
Hawaiian or kosher salt
5 tomatoes, chopped
1 Maui onion, chopped
1 bunch green onions, chopped
2 red Hawaiian chiles, chopped
1 pineapple
1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons macadamia nut oil
Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated

Steps:

  • Cure the salmon in salt by putting a layer of Hawaiian salt in the bottom of a glass dish. Lay a salmon in it and gently press down. Sprinkle more salt on top and rub it all over the salmon. Top with even more salt, cover, and place in the refrigerator for 24 hours to pull out the water. Table salt is not recommended for this process.
  • Rinse the salmon thoroughly in cold water to wash away a lot of the salt then blot dry. Cut the salmon in cubes and place in a bowl and add tomatoes, Maui onion, green onion and chiles. Cut the pineapple in half lengthwise. Make crisscross cuts in the flesh and scoop out the inside pineapple chunks; add to the bowl. Squeeze in the lime juice, add oil and black pepper, then toss the mixture to combine all the ingredients. Cover and chill for 1 hour. Scoop the mixture into the split pineapple shell and display as a decorative bowl. To eat, spoon the salmon salad into a lettuce cup.

LOMI LOMI SALMON



Lomi Lomi salmon image

Lomi means massage in Hawaiian and you'll see how that name applies to this recipe.

Provided by Teresa Morgan

Categories     Seafood Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 oz. salted salmon filet
fresh tomatoes, peeled and diced
1 medium maui onion or any mild onion
(substitute 3-4 thinly sliced green onions)

Steps:

  • 1. •••(Preparation: This is the most basic recipe for Lomi Lomi Salmon. Additional ingredients can be added based on personal taste. Wash hands thoroughly. Shred the salmon into small pieces with your hands. Add onions and tomotoes. Massage this mixture with your hands until all ingredients are broken up and thoroughly mixed. Chill. (You can actually add 6-8 ice cubes and chill.) If you can only find unsalted salmon, rub the salmon with rock or kosher salt and let stand overnight. Rinse thorougly and soak in cold water for at least one hour, changing the water several times. Also, lox can be substituted for fresh salmon .

Tips:

  • Use fresh salmon. Fresh salmon will have a brighter color and firmer texture than frozen salmon. If you are using frozen salmon, thaw it completely before cooking.
  • Cut the salmon into large pieces. This will help to prevent the salmon from overcooking and becoming dry.
  • Marinate the salmon in a mixture of soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil. This will help to add flavor and moisture to the salmon.
  • Cook the salmon over medium heat. This will help to prevent the salmon from overcooking and becoming dry.
  • Serve the salmon with a variety of toppings. Some popular toppings include chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and avocado.

Conclusion:

Lomi lomi salmon is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The salmon is marinated in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil, then cooked over medium heat until it is cooked through. The salmon is then served with a variety of toppings, such as chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and avocado. Lomi lomi salmon is a healthy and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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