Recent Recipe Archive
Island Style Chicken Salad
July 14, 2023
Chicken salad is a flavorful, light, yet satisfying meal option, making it a perfect lunchtime option during the summer. Try our take on Island Style Chicken Salad with this recipe from The Electric Kitchen.
Strawberry Gelatin Pretzel Dessert
June 30, 2023
This delicious three layer treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth. The bottom layer is a pretzel crust that's sweet and savory. The middle layer is a cream cheese filling. The top layer is a strawberry-flavored gelatin with fresh strawberries inside.
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Curried Tuna Rolls
June 16, 2023
A simple recipe using canned tuna that can be made during an emergency when your home is without electricity.
Not Just Oatmeal Cookies
June 2, 2023
A good oatmeal cookie is soft and chewy with just enough sweetness to satisfy your sweet tooth. Our take on the classic cookie includes crispy rice, craisins, macadamia nuts and chocolate chips.
Cool Grape Salad
May 19, 2023
This chilled fruit snack will keep your mouth cooled and your tummy full. You can snack on it, eat it as a dessert or easily pack it for the office or in your kids’ lunchbox. It’s a recipe that will please those with a sweet tooth!
Simple Parmesan Meatballs
May 5, 2023
Looking for a meatball recipe? These cheesy meatballs will go great in pasta, a sub sandwich, or on its own as an appetizer.
Earthy Crunchy Salad
April 21, 2023
Everyone needs some vegetables in their lives to keep a healthy, well-balanced diet and this recipe does the trick. This salad features kale, baby spinach, romaine lettuce, carrots, cucumber and arugula. The wonton chips give it a little crunch. You can also add some protein for this dish with chicken or tofu. For the dressing, we simply mixed extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice.
Soba Noodles with Crispy Tofu
April 7, 2023
This recipe is a must-try for all you noodle-lovers out there! Crispy pan-fried tofu, savory mushrooms, and tender soba noodles all come together in this deliciously satisfying dish.
Whole Steamed Fish
March 24, 2023
Whole steamed fish is a local favorite! The dish is easy to share amongst families and there’s enough meat to feed everyone. Steaming the fish protects the delicate meat while it cooks. The dish is usually topped with ginger, green onion, Chinese parsley, garlic and hot oil.
Mochiko Pancakes
March 10, 2023
How do you top off your pancakes? Whether you enjoy your pancakes with bacon and eggs or prefer to indulge your sweet tooth cravings, these mochiko pancakes will leave you feeling happy and satisfied!
Instant Pot Lupulu
February 24, 2023
Using just six ingredients, you can make a hearty meal of Instant Pot Lupulu for everyone. Mix the ingredients, cover it in luau leaves, then let it sit in the Instant Pot for two-and-a-half hours while you catch up with friends and family.
Smooth Ice Cream Gelatin
February 10, 2023
Dessert can be as enjoyable to make as it is to eat. This simple recipe leaves a lot of room for creativity and requires only four (4) ingredients.
Air Fryer Tortilla Chips and Salsa
January 27, 2023
The next large get-together after the holidays is a day when folks gather around the TV, cheer on their favorite team, and eat lots of food! Whether you are there for the game, the fellowship or the food, this simple and satisfying dish is sure to be on the winning team!
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Lunar New Year’s Dumplings
January 13, 2023
Dumplings symbolize wealth and longevity so feel free to eat as many as you want! The recipe makes 40 dumplings by hand so make sure to ask for help! It's a fun experience to share with the ohana on Lunar New Year's Day!
Air Fryer Crispy Shrimp Tempura
December 29, 2022
The days between Christmas and New Year’s Day is always a busy time of year, transitioning from one celebration to the next. Try this delicious air fryer crispy shrimp tempura recipe using ingredients you have readily available, and easy enough to prepare for a night with friends.
Sesame-Ginger Salmon en Papillote
December 2, 2022
En papillote is an Italian method of cooking where you bake your food in a folded pouch. This method simplifies cooking and works great with dedicate foods such as fish, poultry and vegetables. Try it out with our sesame-ginger salmon en papillote recipe!
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Turkey Tortilla Soup
November 11, 2022
Take your leftover turkey and turn it into a turkey tortilla soup!
Cranberry Chutney
October 28, 2022
Cranberry Chutney are generally less sweet compared to jams, making them suitable for savory dishes like meats yet still enjoyable with neutral flavors like bread.
Air Fryer Chicken Piccata
October 14, 2022
Try an air fryer variation of a classic Italian-American dinner beloved for combining buttery and tangy flavors in a perfectly browned chicken breast cutlet. Serve it with your favorite type of pasta for a true Italian dinner night!
Slow Cooker Harvest Beef
October 1, 2022
Have a little time to spare? Try our slow cooker harvest beef recipe from The Electric Kitchen. Prepping the meal is easy and once you have it in the slow cooker, turn it on and forget about it! After eight hours or so, you'll have a delicious, hearty stewed filled with vegetables, potatoes and incredibly tender beef.
Pumpkin Bars
September 2, 2022
Pumpkin season is almost here! Embrace the spirit of the fall season early this year by baking some homemade Pumpkin Bars from The Electric Kitchen.
Kimchee Tako Poke
August 12, 2022
If you enjoy seafood and Korean-style spices and like to eat pupu-style, then you’ll love this recipe for Kimchee Tako Poke. Best served chilled, this dish infuses fresh tako with Korean flavors to serve up an alternative to your usual poke options.
Barbequed Spareribs
August 1, 2022
This barbeque ribs recipe is a fairly simple recipe that can be cooked in the kitchen instead of outside. The hardest part is patiently waiting for your spareribs to simmer in the delicious homemade sauce!
Fresh Strawberry and Cream Cheese Tarts
July 15, 2022
Tarts are delicious desserts, and having one fresh out of the oven tastes better! This delicious recipe from the Electric Kitchen is the prefect way to end any meal.
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Layered Oriental Salad
July 1, 2022
Impress your friends with your food presentation skills while enjoying a unique and delicious salad. This dish combines traditional Asian ingredients like tofu, takuwan and watercress with classic seasonings like garlic and shoyu.
Mahimahi with Vanilla and Mango Puree
June 17, 2022
Combine vanilla with everyone's favorite summer fruit - mangoes to create a sweet, yummy mango puree. Add the puree on top of mahimahi for a surprisingly delicious dish. The flavors are just perfect for summer!
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Energy Bars
June 1, 2022
These healthy energy bars are perfect for snacking, breakfast on the go and a healthy fuel pick-me up.
Shoyu Fried Chicken Wings
May 1, 2022
Who doesn’t love Fried Chicken Wings? They are extra delicious when it’s crispy, juicy, and coated with shoyu.
Baked Island Fish
April 1, 2022
Enjoy your next fresh catch with the recipe from The Electric Kitchen!
Chicken Katsu
March 18, 2022
Learn how to make this local classic from The Electric Kitchen! The Chicken Katsu is crispy, tasty and perfectly golden brown. Try it with pork instead of chicken to make an equally delicious tonkatsu!
Corned Beef and Cabbage Turnovers
March 1, 2022
Should you have any corned beef left over from St. Patrick’s Day, do yourself a favor and make Corned Beef and Cabbage Turnovers. Corned beef and cabbage are baked inside puff pastry and served with a Dijon dipping sauce.
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Chinese Almond Cookies
February 1, 2022
Kung Hee Fat Choy! Celebrate Lunar New Year's with these Almond Cookies. Almond cookies resemble coins, so people make or buy them to bring good economic fortune. And, even if you don't believe in superstition of any sort, you should still make these almond cookies, because they're delicious. Crispy on the outside, crumbly after first bite.
Chinese New Year Gao
January 19, 2022
Kung Hee Fat Choy! Chinese New Year is right around the corner! Impress your family and friends by making your own gao or "sticky cake." It's tradition for people to eat gao during the new year since it signifies prosperity.
Zucchini Pizzas
January 1, 2022
Try this warm and healthy recipe. You have all the flavor of pizza, stuffed into an easy, filling low carb meal!
Gingerbread French Toast
December 15, 2021
Wake up to the warm and delicious smells of the season! This recipe is filled with winter spices, such as cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and cloves with natural sweetness from maple syrup and molasses. Try this classic favorite with a touch of Christmas.
Castilian Pot Roast
December 1, 2021
Try this warm and hearty dinner recipe. This pot roast is a perfect complete meal you can prepare with minimum effort.
Haupia Biscuits
November 17, 2021
Try this quick and easy recipe, transforming an ordinary biscuits into a delicious sweet and savory desserts.
Kabocha Nitsuke
November 1, 2021
Kabocha squash is best simmered to enhance its natural sweetness and nutty flavor. Try this healthy delicious recipe today!
Air Fryer Seasoned Ribeye Steak
October 1, 2021
Everyone loves a tender, juicy ribeye, but have you ever tried cooking a ribeye with an air fryer?
Multicooker Mushroom, Barley and Edamame Risotto
October 1, 2021
This healthy and savory risotto has become much easier to cook with a multicooker!
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KCL Frittata
September 15, 2021
Try this amazing sponge-like frittata recipe because it is not your typical omelet!
Pork or Chicken Guisantes
September 1, 2021
Craving for pork or chicken but something hearty and healthy? Try this delicious recipe from The Electric Kitchen!
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Grilled Miso Chicken
August 1, 2021
Try this popular Asian inspired sweet and savory flavor of grilled miso chicken for your home cook!
Chinese Chicken Salad
July 21, 2021
Packed with fresh veggies, sweet nuts, and tender chicken, this Chinese Chicken Salad is perfect for you to lighten your day!
Oyster Chicken with Eggplant
July 14, 2021
Try this local heart healthy recipe and feel amazing texture of eggplant with chicken and oyster sauce!
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Pork Tofu and Watercress Stir Fry
July 7, 2021
A combination of tofu and watercress is not only wholesome but delicious!
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Watermelon, Arugula, and Pickled Onion Summer Salad
July 1, 2021
This light and refreshing salad is perfect for the hot summer days!
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Kim Chee Braised Short Ribs
June 30, 2021
Looking for something spicy, sweet, and tender? Try this Korean-inspired Kim Chee Braised Short Ribs packed with those flavors!
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Fresh Fruit Squares
June 16, 2021
Summertime is here! This fresh fruit squares recipe is easy to make and full of fresh fruit flavor.
Ono Corn Salsa
June 2, 2021
Grab a bag of tortilla chips or fry your own at home because you’ll find yourself snacking on this Ono Corn Salsa all weekend long!
Sesame Crusted Island Fish
June 1, 2021
This beautifully crusted fish of your choice will have your family begging for the recipe, and demanding another portion!
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Kaji’s Namasu
May 12, 2021
Chef Blake Kaji of Kaji’s Kitchen quickly pivoted when his restaurant closed during the lockdown and forced him, like many chefs, to find other ways of sharing their passion for cooking. Through selling home-cooked meals on Instagram, at popup events, and at Hawaii Kai Farmer’s Market, Chef Kaji was given the opportunity to continue to serve his community through food.
Tilapia Fish Cake
May 5, 2021
Here in Hawaii, we love a good fish cake. Whether served in a bento or on its own as pupus, fish cake gives many of us a feeling of nostalgia. This recipe for delicious golden brown tilapia fish cake will take you back to your childhood.
Quick Pickled Local Vegetables
May 5, 2021
These amazing quick pickled local vegetables would go great as a snack, as well as a wonderful compliment to a full course!
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Creamy Sriracha Dipping Sauce
May 5, 2021
Enjoy this homemade take on the popular Sriracha dipping sauce - a perfect addition to any meal.
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Creamy Cucumber Dipping Sauce
May 5, 2021
This light, cool dipping sauce is the best option when looking to temper down a spicy hot dish. It is sure to make your mouth water!
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Curried Chicken Salad
May 1, 2021
Featuring a delicious blend of chicken, fruit, and veggies, this steaming hot bowl of flavor is sure to make you come back for more!
Ulu (Breadfruit) Sourdough Stuffing
April 29, 2021
Best served at a large family gathering or potluck, this breadfruit stuffing brings back memories of home in every piping hot bite.
Tofu Poke
April 29, 2021
This tasty tofu poke is ideal for those looking to stray away from raw fish (vegan, vegetarian) but still want to get that delicious poke flavor.
Somen Ocean Salad
April 29, 2021
This somen ocean salad is a new refreshing take on an ocean salad, made with somen noodles and your favorite local veggies.
Butter Pecan Sweet Potatoes
April 20, 2021
A little bit savory, a little bit sweet, and just a hint of spice. These melt-in-your-mouth roasted butter pecan sweet potatoes will be a hit at your dinner table.
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Chinese Style Steamed Fish
April 20, 2021
In this classic Chinese preparation, the fish is topped with scallions, cilantro and ginger, then with hot oil, which releases the flavor into the heart of the fish.
Click here to see the full Chinese Style Steamed Fish recipe.
Baked Pear and Apple Puree
April 20, 2021
The perfect spread for any cracker plate, this baked pear and apple puree can go the distance at every family picnic.
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Stuffed Cabbage
April 12, 2021
With a texture that will make you keep coming back, this stuffed cabbage provides the ideal balance that comes with a quality meal.
Portobello Parmesan
April 12, 2021
For those who aren't a fan of mushrooms, be sure to try this wonderful portobello parmesan dish and see your tastes changed forever!
Crispy Ranch Chicken
April 12, 2021
As a chicken lover, you can be sure to place this recipe in your home cookbook as the crispy skin will keep you coming back!
Watercress and Pork Soup
April 6, 2021
Allow this savory blend of watercress and pork to take you back, with flavors of a morning farmers market dancing on your palate.
Takuwan
April 6, 2021
As a popular part of traditional Japanese cuisine, takuwan is often served uncooked alongside other types of tsukemono. Try this recipe for a great night in!
Beef Tomato
April 6, 2021
This beef tomato is a wonderful stir-fry beef dish that features a rich tomato flavor, complemented by a fresh mix of herbs and spices.
Baked Ham with Orange Honey Glaze
April 1, 2021
This sweet and savory honey ham isn't one you'll want to miss, featuring a honey glaze that will bring you back for seconds.
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Spicy Sriracha Almonds
March 24, 2021
For all almond lovers out there, these spicy sriracha almonds are a snack that is absolutely to die for.
Farmers Market Crudites with Buttermilk Herb Dip
March 24, 2021
Although there are tasty veggies listed here to use, feel free to go with whatever looks good at the market in the making of these farmers market crudites with buttermilk herb dip.
Click here to see the full Farmers Market Crudites with Buttermilk Herb Dip recipe.
Antipasto Skewers with Kale Pesto
March 24, 2021
Be sure to stock up on fresh, local produce on your next trip to the grocery store or farmers market because you’ll definitely want to try this quick and healthy recipe.
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Tofu Eggplant Curry
March 10, 2021
This eggplant curry is an easy to make and delicious recipe, perfect for a night in with the family.
Corned Beef and Cabbage
March 10, 2021
For all the corned beef lovers out there, this corned beef and cabbage dish is one that you'll remember.
Irish Stew
March 1, 2021
Check out this tasty recipe for Irish Stew, something that is both surprisingly delicious and very easy to make.
