Kamaboko Dip by Lanai Tabura

Enjoy a taste of local Hawai‘i with this Kamaboko Dip by Lanai Tabura, a creamy, savory spread made with kamaboko (Japanese fish cake), cream cheese, Kewpie mayo, and fresh green onions. This easy no-cook recipe is perfect for parties, potlucks, or pau hana gatherings — a true island favorite that delivers the perfect balance of flavor and texture.

Lanai’s version of this Hawaiian appetizer is simple yet irresistible — just blend, chill, and serve with crackers or chips. For more local pupu (appetizer) ideas, check out our Appetizers & Snacks collection featuring authentic island flavors shared by Hawai‘i’s top chefs and home cooks.

Kamaboko, a traditional Japanese ingredient made from pureed white fish, adds a unique umami flavor and smooth texture. Learn more about kamaboko and its cultural roots in Japanese cuisine from this Japan Food Guide — a fascinating look into how this ingredient became a beloved staple in Hawaiian kitchens.

Try this Shoyu Hotdog by Lanai Tabura today and discover why it’s one of Hawai‘i’s favorite easy recipe — an Island staple.

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Kamaboko Dip by Lanai Tabura

This week we decided to show case some of my child-hood easy recipes. We get a lot of messages and emails asking for simple and quick recipes so here you go. Growing up on the island of Lāna’i with no fast food and a lot of time my mom taught us the simple things in life are sometimes the best.

We had a 1/2 acer garden my tutu and tutu kāne taught us how to use to survive. We also did not have a lot of money so canned tuna and spam with eggs where something that we always in the house. If there is something we haven’t made on the show, and you had it growing up in Hawaiʻi, please send it to us.  We would love to hear from you. 

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 0 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Pupu, Snack

Cuisine Hawaiian, Local

Servings 4 Serves

Calories 298 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 block kamaboko
• 8 oz softened cream cheese
• 1/4 cup mayo or kewpie mayo
• 1/2 cup green onion chopped

Instructions

 

• Grate or slice the kamaboko into thin chunks.
• Combine with cream cheese, mayonnaise, and green onion in a bowl and mix.

Nutrition

Calories: 298kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 4gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 63mgSodium: 269mgPotassium: 113mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 895IUVitamin B1: 0.02mgVitamin B5: 0.4mgVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 0.3mg

Keyword Kamaboko Dip, Hawaiian, Appetizer, Pupu, Cream Cheese, Mayonnaise, Kamaboko, Fish Cake, Easy Recipe

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