Tempura Fish Bites recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Aug 04 2026
RestaurantsNico's KailuaTempura Fish Bites Recipe

Tempura Fish Bites Recipe

Inspired by Nico's Kailua
Time30m
Serves4

Tempura battered cubed fish fried and tossed with kimchee aioli and furikake

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Ingredients

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Tempura Fish Bites

Method

Preparation

1

Prepare the Fish

Cut the fish fillets into bite-sized cubes, about 2-3 cm in size. Pat them dry with paper towels.

2

Make the Tempura Batter

In a mixing bowl, combine the tempura batter mix with ice-cold water. Whisk gently until just combined; do not overmix.

3

Heat the Oil

In a deep pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).

4

Fry the Fish Bites

Dip each piece of fish into the tempura batter, allowing excess to drip off, then carefully place them in the hot oil. Fry in batches for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

5

Prepare the Kimchee Aioli

In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of chopped kimchee, and a squeeze of lime juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.

6

Serve

Toss the fried fish bites with furikake seasoning while they are still hot. Serve with kimchee aioli on the side.

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