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Lomi Lomi Salmon salad with fresh tomatoes and cilantro
Fresh Lomi Lomi Salmon with lemon and cilantro

Lomi Lomi Salmon with Lemon

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Quick Meals Appetizers
Lomi Lomi Salmon is not Japanese, but a quintessential Hawaiian side dish, though the ingredients might suggest otherwise. The name comes from 'lomi' (to massage), referring to the preparation method: salted fish and vegetables are massaged by hand to meld the flavors. This refreshing, salsa-like salad is the perfect counterpoint to rich, fatty dishes, combining the sweetness of tomatoes and the acidity of lemon with the richness of cured salmon.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
⌛ Total Time 15 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 280 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hawaiian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Sharp fillet knife
  • Mixing bowl

Allergen Information

⚠️ Fish

Instructions

1 ✓

Remove skin and bones from the salmon, then dice into 1/4-inch cubes. Place in a bowl, sprinkle with salt, and gently massage with your hands.

Tip: Salting and massaging not only seasons the fish but also alters the texture (denaturation), slightly 'curing' it.
2 ✓

Dice the tomatoes (keeping the juice!) and finely mince the red onion. Slice the chili thinly.

Tip: The tomato juice acts as the base for the 'dressing'.
3 ✓

Mix the vegetables with the salted salmon. Add the chopped cilantro.

Tip: The sharpness of the red onion mellows as it sits in the salty-acidic liquid.
4 ✓

Squeeze the lemon juice over the mixture, season with pepper, and toss thoroughly. Refrigerate for at least 15-30 minutes before serving.

Tip: Resting allows flavors to meld and brings the dish to the perfect, cool serving temperature.
5 ✓

Serve ice-cold as an appetizer or side dish.

Tip: Perfect accompaniment to roasted meats or rice bowls.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use smoked salmon?
Traditional recipes use salted salmon, but smoked salmon adds an interesting twist, though the flavor profile will differ.
How long does it keep?
It stays good in the fridge for 1-2 days, but tomatoes release water over time, so fresh is best.

Ingredients

  • 10 oz Fresh Salmon Fillet (Sushi grade recommended)
  • 2 medium Tomatoes
  • 1 small Red Onion
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Cilantro
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 tsp Coarse Sea Salt
  • 1 pinch Ground Pepper
  • 1 whole Chili Pepper (optional)