Mochiko Crusted Fresh Catch* recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsJackie Rey's Ohana Grill HiloMochiko Crusted Fresh Catch* Recipe

Mochiko Crusted Fresh Catch* Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Molokai Sweet Potatoes, Sautéed Vegetables, Citrus Ginger Beurre Blanc, Namasu Relish

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Ingredients

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Fish

Molokai Sweet Potatoes

Sautéed Vegetables

Citrus Ginger Beurre Blanc

Method

Preparation of Fish

  1. 1

    Prepare the Fish

    Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel. Season with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Breading the Fish

    Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with mochiko flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs. Dredge each fish fillet in mochiko flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.

Cooking the Fish

  1. 3

    Fry the Fish

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the breaded fish fillets and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Preparing Sides

  1. 4

    Cook the Sweet Potatoes

    Peel and cube the Molokai sweet potatoes. Boil in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain, then mash with butter, brown sugar, and salt.

  2. 5

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add bell peppers, zucchini, and carrots. Season with salt and pepper, and sauté until tender.

Making the Sauces

  1. 6

    Prepare Citrus Ginger Beurre Blanc

    In a saucepan, combine white wine and ginger, and reduce by half. Add heavy cream and reduce again. Remove from heat and whisk in butter until emulsified. Stir in lemon juice and season with salt.

  2. 7

    Make Namasu Relish

    In a bowl, combine julienned daikon and carrot. In a separate bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Pour over vegetables and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Assembly

  1. 8

    Plate the Dish

    On a plate, place a serving of mashed Molokai sweet potatoes, a portion of sautéed vegetables, and top with a fried fish fillet. Drizzle with Citrus Ginger Beurre Blanc and add a spoonful of Namasu Relish on the side.

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