Enjoy a taste of the islands with this crispy and flavorful Fried Fish by Ulu Boi Napeahi. Lightly coated in seasoned flour and fried to golden perfection, this dish highlights the simplicity and freshness of Hawaiian-style cooking. The combination of Hawaiian salt and pepper enhances the natural flavor of the fish, creating a satisfying crunch with every bite. For more island-inspired seafood ideas, try this delicious Garlic Shrimp Recipe from Cooking Hawaiian Style. To learn more about traditional Hawaiian ingredients like sea salt, visit this helpful guide on Hawaiian Sea Salt.
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Fried Fish by Ulu Boi Napeahi
Surfer Ulu Boi Napeahi is one of those great human beings that you want to meet. A local boy from the Big Island who started surfing at the age of 4. He never thought he would become a professional surfer but as he grew up his passion became clear with what he was going to do. He grew up in the ocean and loved to surf but never thought the ocean would change his life in dramatic fashion. If his name sounds familiar Ulu boi was bitten by a shark when he was 16 years old at Pohiki Bay. Witnesses say the shark was about 8 feet and got him by the back of his two legs. Amidst this traumatic experience, his energy and spirit remains positive as he looks at life as a gift.
Ingredients
- 1 Whole fish
- 3 cups flour
- Oil for frying
- to taste Hawaiian salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cover fish with flour, salt and pepper
- Add oil to frying pan or wok
- When oil is hot drop fish in to pan
- Cook until done
How To Serve:
- Feeds 3-4 people usually served with poi.
Nutrition
Calories: 341kcalCarbohydrates: 72gProtein: 10gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 0.1mgSodium: 2mgPotassium: 101mgFiber: 3gSugar: 0.3gVitamin B1: 1mgVitamin B5: 0.4mgCalcium: 14mgIron: 4mg
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