Aku Bone- Tuna Sandwich- Poke Bowls! Aku for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner! Hawaiian Skipjack Tuna!

Aku is Hawaiian for skipjack tuna and it’s a favorite for Kimi Werner. This smaller tuna is sometimes snobbed because it has a stronger flavor and softer meat that doesn’t last as long as the larger species of tuna. However, this fish is extremely delicious, versatile and low in mercury. It is treasured in Hawai’i and on this episode, Kimi makes it three ways for breakfast, lunch and dinner! She starts with the Hawaiian classic- aku bone with chili peppah watah! For lunch she makes a gourmet tuna sandwich and she finishes the day at the beach eating shoyu poke bowls with friends!
Winner has been chosen! Thank you!
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camera: Justin Turkowski
edit: Lexi Kaili, Shane Grimes
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[@michelleg9816]

Honestly, this is the best channel on KZbin right now. I can't get enough!!!

[@LSPooo]

A year later I found this and it definitely still holds goldenly true! Kimi and her family are precious 💖

[@shawnaokami-rosehill8123]

Tita, I have been watching your videos for sometime but hadn’t commented. I also grew up diving living off the ocean, setting the nets at About 4 PM 5 PM in the evening and picking them up at about 5 am in the morning before going to school. I watch your diving segments your cooking segments and it takes me back to my childhood. Most importantly I love who and how you are. Hawaiian is a way of life and you are definitely Hawaiian. I love you so much Tita because I now live in Las Vegas Nevada I watch your videos and I become homesick but also find Joy at the same time. Thank you for your videos I love watching everything you do I wish I knew you when I was younger cause I would’ve went diving with you. A Hui hou aloha wau is oe e’tita

[@kailiarcher]

Kimi while eating breakfast: “oh I can’t wait for lunch..heehee.” Same Kimi, same😂

[@dindsar]

Buddy is such a cutie he reminds me of jack jack from the incredibles!! 😂😍

[@missmikka1]

hey kimi & hubby, i hope our ' BUDDY' forever embraces his love for nature and water like you do. He will forever see this as he gets older and know how much it meant to you. Forever bless him

[@lmao2798]

Fried Aku bone, Mmmmm! Reminded me of my grandma, who fed this to us. Loved it!

[@cartel7216]

why would you leave a negative comment.. nothing but good vibes and positive energy, Such a happy baby blessing from the main land "Tennessee"

[@winane]

Omg! All day aku! How can it get any better¡ Buddy is the cutest! I love that he is not a shy baby!!

[@kailadwinell5966]

Omg, the baby on the hike!! So cute!

[@janelleborja2446]

Yum! An island girl’s days of eating dreams 💕 plus a lil June shine to wash it down.

[@liacioni6587]

This channel has been such a haven during the pandemic, thank you Kimi!

[@fishsalmon8747]

Wow, all the meals looked hella good.. And for dinner, wash it down with a cold one..🤙🏽😄 Thanks for sharing.. Fish on...

[@Kevdaman123]

Who else is stuck at the office drooling on their keyboard watching this?? 🤤🤤🤤 Another great video Kimi and Justin!

[@alexcarter8807]

Eh no forget, Aku on da radio too!

[@crystalcastellanos3398]

I practically drooled with each meal. Yum yum yum!

[@kimiwerner]

Crystal, you won!!!! Please email us at [e-mail] so we can get your contact info!

[@crystalcastellanos3398]

@@kimiwerner 🥰🥰🥰

[@elizabethschlesinger3578]

Many thanks for leaving a smile on my face and inspiration in my heart with every video you, Justin and Buddy create ❤️

[@tayk2064]

Buddy is the sweetest little guy ❤️ always smiling!

[@coturnixindustries7145]

That dog should be name "NOD" for "not our dog"...... Haha. Always in your yard when there is food around. Another nice vid kimi. Look delicious. 'aku' is me in my language....haha.

[@alexisbobe]

I catched 2 of this skipjacks a week ago here in Puerto Rico, I vacuum sealed the loins and been searching for ways to cook it, I already did some sushi. Now im gonna try this sandwich. Thanks Kimi.

[@Quiksterr]

Ugh my mouth stay drooling everytime you’re in the kitchen!! Also juneshine best hard booch in the game!

[@jst3152]

Outdoor kitchen with the backyard garden and compost bucket. That is badass!!

[@cherylpayn6518]

Absolutely love your videos. When you smile the world smiles with you. Keep up the great videos!

[@berliniskillingme]

oh that tuna sandwich, my mouth was watering!!! your awesome Kimi thanks for showing us!!!!! yum!!!!!!

[@susanf3110]

I LOVE your veggie garden!!

[@analuciatalavera9716]

Someone should make a compilation video of Kimi’s “mmm”s after trying a dish. June shine rules!

[@MrErikcramer]

holy molie rif

[@richardkahalewai6239]

Where can I get June shine on oahu by the case

[@richardkahalewai6239]

Bbbuuuuurraaahhh

[@funkymonkey128]

Kimi I love the pure joy you have for this fish! Your excitement is contagious! And of course love little buddy boy 💙

[@emmahall9683]

My partner & I love watching your videos!! We love learning from you and seeing your sweet family! 💚💚💚

[@brucedemoranville4577]

I too treat the fish I harvest with respect by using all parts. Fish heads and collars are chuck full of delicious meat, and the skeleton makes perfect stock. Cheers to your awesome channel.

[@ckamina768]

Uh oooohhh! He’s mobile!! And getting so chatty! Awesome watching your keiki grow and become his own little person! Dat aku looked bomb!!! Each way made me want fresh fish more and more!🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@malleysmama]

Great great vid the Poke for dinner topped it all off with mouth watering craving to make it myself 👍🏼 and the refreshing drink at the end made me want a sip! Cheers and Happy TG to all!

[@mikeromeo787]

Love us some skip jacks too!! Yes please to the JUNE SHINE!!!!

[@leilanimcfarland707]

Oh my goodness, Kimi! Aku bone! It's been years since I've had. You cooked it perfect! I was drooling. Lol Live mainland and been enjoying your videos. You take me back home. Mahalo plenty!

[@carolinebargo4777]

Thank you Kimi for sending some Hawaii sunshine to my rainy Seattle days! I love watching the joy of your cooking and of course, Buddy is his own kind of sunshine too!

[@michellelu9258]

Your cooking and enthusiasm for your ingredients and the flavors inspire me!! Thanks for sharing this with us!

[@dorthymcbride3384]

My most favorite meal of my life from my grandpa...aku bone and soup ..yes

[@tessatomiko]

Simply the best! I look forward to your videos every week. Thank you for sharing

[@paolarivera9879]

I’m watching this and I can’t stop drooling 😋

[@jillianstone3206]

You are my favorite channel ever!!!! I can’t wait till every Thursday comes around. I’m about to have my first child (baby girl) and your such an inspiration for a new mother to be. This video was AWESOME and your friends kombucha sounds amazing 🔥. Best part is my moms last name is JUNE so it really brings a smile to my face. Would love to have the chance to try it. Keep up the amazing work!!! Will be tuning in every Thursday to come 💜

[@graceb1707]

I can't get enough of your videos!

[@glennbutler6944]

I thoroughly enjoy your videos. All unique with no fluff. Awesome!

[@alexandrasasso3357]

These videos bring me so much joy! I look forward to them every week! Thank you!

[@allenbui1051]

I nearly drooled on lap while watching her make and eat the aku bone. Love aku bone.

[@thecrucialmelemessagegroup7471]

Wow Kimi! That June Shine looks Deeeeeeelicous...-and healthy!

[@capngeo2002]

Mouth watering episode! As always! Plenty old enough for moon, I mean June Shine . . .

[@ibeenorm]

That fish looks amazing, and the drink at the end would go so well, jealous over here on the east coast

[@cortneyjones8552]

My husband and I love your chanel and always enjoy trying out the recipes! Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!

[@groscoe83]

Great video! Its always an adventure.......keep them coming

[@miketkong2]

GIRRRRRRL!!!! You makin' my mouth WATERRR!!! 😋

[@datsryteb]

Holy Moly!!!! Everything looked so Ono & so fresh!!! Love ur videos soooo much!! The kombucha looks winnahs too 🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@luliateofilo6276]

Breakfast, lunch and dinner looked onolicious!! 🤤😍

[@julieanderson5184]

Mahalo. You guys make me homesick, so greatfull for you sharing ohana. Poke bowl broke da mouth!

[@angelicavasquez6361]

Yummm a June shine with a poke bowl sounds delicious

[@djkjk]

MMM Love Aku Bone :) happy your sharing it with everyone.

[@ashlynweaver1488]

Love watching Kimi's videos while I am cooking, cleaning, and (don't tell my boss) at work!

[@yessicaligrl26]

Love the food you make. I miss Hawaii and all it’s delicious food. The poke there was sooo gooood!!

[@flora.lennihan]

I watch your great videos half for the food and half for adorable Buddy!

[@helenakisor6861]

Definitely going to try the skipjack poke recipe! Love your videos and looking forward to the next one

[@cantRNCme]

super homesick watching this vid and got super hungry too! June Shine les go!

[@tuktuu1136]

You food always looks so amazing! Our family watches your videos together on Sundays.

[@kaitlynshearer4496]

My mouth was watering this whole video.

[@davidleimbrock7604]

Absolutely love your channel! My daughters 6 yr and 10 love watching your show and have tried several of your delicious recipes!

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Your videos are so comforting! Like a warm hug!

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I'm obsessed with your channel! Just found you today and oh my gosh you inspire me. My 5 year old also said "i love herrrrr" lol. He's been sitting very quietly next to me watching all your videos too lol! Thanks for sharing your adventures and recipes!

[@kimiwerner]

This comment just melts my heart ♥️

[@nickita15]

Everything you cook is onolicious! Mahalo for sharing your recipes! That Kombucha looks yummy too. 🤙🏽

[@jaredkaiki3838]

Thank you for making all your videos, you keep it real. I'm hungry now 😂

[@tjeffjenkins6226]

Wow, what a great sharing of such great spirit. Thank you!

[@armenkouch4978]

That Poke is breakfast, lunch and dinner 🤤. So good. I catch Bonito here in Australia , it is amazing fresh. Sashimi and poke 👌

[@stevenquintanillaXYZ]

Awesome energy, family, food, and video! Thank you, and the Juneshine sounds awesome!

[@woongtv-naturehealing273]

I'm glad and honored to have encountered such a great and wonderful fish recipe through your video. You're so good at explaining. I will continue to subscribe to your channel. From South Korean KZbinr Wongkham.💗💗💗👍👍👍

[@luannemacdonald8380]

ONO to the Max!!! I finally found a Poke place near me in Massachusetts. Mahalo for all these videos! It brings me back to Hawaii and the unbelievable food! 🥘🤙😋❤️❤️❤️

[@harryshigeura3892]

I just "bumped" into this channel and immediately subscribed ... need some aku right now !!!

[@Bsunkissed808]

That tuna sandwich is life goals 😁😁 Mahalo for your videos!!

[@tcrrolle1004]

Definitely a very special woman!! Family first!!

[@geoffreyu.8857]

Not like i wasnt gonna drop some love here anyways but for some Juneshine? Anyways, thanks for dropping the Aku bone recipe! Definitely going to have to give that a shot.

[@christianstadler8364]

June shine looks amazing with your poke!

[@ntr-cptr7709]

Oh man! That Aku poke looks and sounds so good! Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@tamaraconcepcion8245]

Hafa Adai! Had me drooling!! 😋🤣

[@miniko1548]

So glad I found this channel

[@dobbyhagan]

looks awesome !!!!

[@Evelinaaaxoxo.1001]

Saw this on my recommendation and I just have to subscribe 😍 now I finished this video, I learned a lot about Hawaii culture through food. I am a chef myself and I’m still learning something new. Love This video 💖

[@kurtbosma5073]

We need a Kim and outdoor chef life collaboration!!! Not that either Chanel lacks anything but I would love regions of origin to collaborate. It would connect so well.

[@LilChefKimi]

Look at that gorgeously colored Kombucha! Yummy !

[@elizabethwisebrauner5953]

Love alI bone with chili pepper water! Makes my hubby and I miss Maui and family. Excited to try hard kombucha for the first time! Mahalo!

[@derekbrinks]

We love watching your videos, savoring your food with you, and laughing with Buddy. And we love kombucha! Hope to win some June Shine.

[@mkibarra28]

I’m finally catching up on episodes, but perfect timing because we just caught AKU. Thank you for always inspiring all our meals that i bless my Ohana with every single day. And i can’t wait to try June Shine 😬😉

[@naughtyds1]

Really great looking meals you prepared. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner looks so tasty. I will attempt to make all 3 dishes and have it with the "June Shine".

[@ericleung8172]

That’s the way to use the entire fish! I like to deep fry the bloodline also.. good grindz!

[@chelsiemow1982]

Thank you for your recipes and being an awesome representative of what Hawai’i is all about.

[@starlynp383]

Love your episode 🥰

[@alyssaantoniello3577]

Ahhhh so beautiful! The tuna sandwich made my mouth water! And yummy hard kombucha sounds amazing!!🤤🤤🤤

[@n0sillAnarT]

Everything looks so amazing!!!

[@Thehonestruth]

Greetings from Australia! Love the baby and the food! You look like a lovely family.

[@robertdiaz3975]

Ho! Killer video Kimi, Mahalos!

[@shieroc]

I thoroughly enjoy you're content.

[@intergxntlcare]

Mahalo for the tuna three ways and for all the Hawaii medicine!

[@newclearly2885]

Using the whole fish, awesome. I always try to use the whole fish also.

[@themontephone875]

You see fresh is best!

[@GardenForaged]

I love the three ways you cooked the fish. I was drooling at the Poke. Hopefully I can win some of the kombucha! It looks delicious

[@mzip777]

Everything looked delicious!!!

[@henriwhite1940]

That breakfast looked fire