Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsThe Original Roy's in Hawaii KaiButterfish Kamameshi Recipe

Butterfish Kamameshi Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Furikake Rice, Lomi Tomato

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Ingredients

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Rice and Fish

Lomi Tomato

Method

Cooking Rice and Fish

  1. 1

    Prepare the Rice

    Rinse the short-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.

  2. 2

    Cook the Rice

    In a pot, combine the rinsed rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Butterfish

    Season the butterfish with salt and let it sit for 10 minutes.

  4. 4

    Cook the Butterfish

    In a pan, melt a little butter over medium heat. Cook the butterfish for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until cooked through.

  5. 5

    Mix Furikake with Rice

    Once the rice is cooked, fluff with a fork and mix in the furikake seasoning.

Making Lomi Tomato

  1. 6

    Prepare the Tomatoes

    Dice the ripe tomatoes and place them in a bowl.

  2. 7

    Add Green Onions

    Chop the green onions and add to the diced tomatoes.

  3. 8

    Season the Mixture

    Add salt and lime juice to taste, and mix well.

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