Diving for Sea Urchins and Sea Cucumbers in Alaska - Kimi Werner - Uni Sushi - Fried Sea Cucumbers

Kimi Werner dives the cold dark waters of South East Alaska for the culinary treasures of sea urchins and sea cucumbers. She teaches us how to clean and cook these ingredients all while being on mom duty and learning a few lessons the hard way!
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camera: Justin Turkowski
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  • @supern35
    @supern353 жыл бұрын

    Not going to lie... I outright laughed when Buddy rolled down the hill... laughed even harder after realizing he was ok and not hurt... Loved how you couldn't keep your composure when you described how to process sea cucumbers, HAHAHAHA.... Honest and wholesome videos, mahalo....

  • @kimiwerner

    @kimiwerner

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for watching. We try our best to keep Buddy safe but feel those blunders will only make him stronger!

  • @supern35

    @supern35

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@kimiwerner The things that happened to our first... Let me tell you... LOL

  • @funkymonkey128
    @funkymonkey1283 жыл бұрын

    I love how honest these videos are! I really think you are not trying to hard to be perfect like other people might - it is such a breath of fresh air!

  • @kimiwerner

    @kimiwerner

    3 жыл бұрын

    Keepin it real!

  • @aprimarieu8729

    @aprimarieu8729

    3 жыл бұрын

    That’s the same feeling I got, loved this video n sub for sure, looking foreword to next vid:)

  • @crustyorange
    @crustyorange3 жыл бұрын

    omg buddy rolling down the hill lol i couldnt help but laugh

  • @kimiwerner

    @kimiwerner

    3 жыл бұрын

    We cracked up too!

  • @kellywalker8407

    @kellywalker8407

    3 жыл бұрын

    I laughed when you said, "Don't roll down the hill"...... yea, right. As soon as you turn your back and get busy..... They're gonna roll down the hill......lol.

  • @ellinor09
    @ellinor093 жыл бұрын

    Buddy is just the cutest 😂😍

  • @johnkalichak2493
    @johnkalichak24933 жыл бұрын

    Wow what an incredible video! Only youtuber I can think of that hunts, cooks, and takes care of a baby all at once 😂

  • @thereisa
    @thereisa3 жыл бұрын

    "Don't roll down." Rolls down. Oh he's adventurous like mommy.

  • @chandong5409
    @chandong54093 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely love how authentic your family is. I wish you all the prosperity

  • @LillyMunster85
    @LillyMunster853 жыл бұрын

    I have three kids and my first ate it in the sand tumbling ...that was my girl. My other two are boys and...they tumble non stop. I've always hiked and camped with my kids and Buddy will learn so much. Tumbles and everything you're an awesome mom. I'm so glad I found your channel after seeing you in Its Alive. ☺

  • @kimiwerner

    @kimiwerner

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!!! That was his first ever tumble but I’m sure not last!

  • @anacarpenter9254
    @anacarpenter92543 ай бұрын

    2024Living in New Zealand 🇳🇿 Hawaii the Uni and sea cucumbers that you dived for. Unbelievable. Submerged in Alaskan waters in those conditions. Prep cook eat truly mouthwatering. Kimi Justin and Buddy you never fail. Your parents are proud to have raised a resourceful family. Arohanui Ana ❤❤❤❤❤😊

  • @jorguinosavio9250
    @jorguinosavio92503 жыл бұрын

    Hands down the best KZread channel

  • @ckamina768
    @ckamina7683 жыл бұрын

    Kinda missed hearing, “that’s not our dog!”😂🤣 That’s one of my favorite parts of your videos! Buddy is the man and a little tumble down a hill only builds character! Mahalo for the video!

  • @mickrose9633
    @mickrose96333 жыл бұрын

    You are so awesome, I laugh up when you said you found a keeper...lol my wife said da same thing. Buddy you are a rugged boy, moms going to earn choke trophies but she will always be awesome... hang in there Buddy!

  • @monicamanibusan3172
    @monicamanibusan31723 жыл бұрын

    Wow..! This is my first time seeing someone go thru the process of preparing sea cucumbers, very interesting and entertaining 🤙🏼 hugs to buddy 🤗💖

  • @kimiwerner

    @kimiwerner

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching!

  • @AdriaticAdventures
    @AdriaticAdventures3 жыл бұрын

    It is interesting to see how you really do not need expensive equipment and complicated hunting techniques to provide food for your family, good job Kimi! I just discovered your videos and I love them!

  • @debbiep99
    @debbiep993 жыл бұрын

    Ok why does Buddy look just like Jack Jack from the Incredibles!! Lol I wouldn't be surprised if he had supper powers with such amazing parents! You guys are so great!

  • @stephangregory4126
    @stephangregory41263 жыл бұрын

    Hi Kimi, Justin and the "Boss" (Buddy),..... I grew up in South-East Alaska and now live in Palmer Alaska. It is nice to see your adventures, cooking and some good down to earth strong and honest people. Many blessings and many happy trails for your family.

  • @kimiwerner

    @kimiwerner

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Stephan!!!

  • @i.plvygrnd
    @i.plvygrnd3 жыл бұрын

    “This is a rock, here’s your baby carrier. Don’t roll downhill, and uh....have fun! You’re not on time out, you’re in the playpen of the forest.” 😂😚💗

  • @WuTengFamily
    @WuTengFamily3 жыл бұрын

    Such an awesome video! Have to admit I laughed very hard at first when Justin cut to Buddy rolling down the hill :) Poor little guy

  • @kimiwerner

    @kimiwerner

    3 жыл бұрын

    😂! Right?!! Sorry Buddy!

  • @davemccormick6352
    @davemccormick63523 жыл бұрын

    That looked delicious! You, Justin and Buddy always bring such a brightness, honesty and warmth to your videos. Much love ❤️

  • @acaciazzz
    @acaciazzz3 жыл бұрын

    "This is a rock... Don't roll downhill and um have fun!"

  • @kimiwerner

    @kimiwerner

    3 жыл бұрын

    Welp that plan didn’t work!

  • @Driving_Somewhere
    @Driving_Somewhere3 жыл бұрын

    Mother of the year award hahaahaha

  • @BellaVillain
    @BellaVillain3 жыл бұрын

    I laughed so hard when Buddy rolled 💀 🤣 reminds me of my son Theodore. I love your calmness too cannot panic or they panic.

  • @jl.c.8673
    @jl.c.86733 жыл бұрын

    Great video. Keep them coming guys. Remember there are a lot of us kinda stuck in the same place for months. This videos take a special meaning throughout this process. Thank you!

  • @ryanlapinad
    @ryanlapinad3 жыл бұрын

    yup LOL at first. Then something defined this production and crew. Justin's question of a nervous cold dive, Kimi's dive alone in cold dirty water, and Buddy's fall in the play pen of the forrest. "precarious" mahalo for sharing your best vacation everz. takumeze takumkea

  • @kimiwerner

    @kimiwerner

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for always sending love!

  • @ronaldpessy6229
    @ronaldpessy62293 жыл бұрын

    This is the video a meant that i roared with laughter. And Justin is the cameraman and dad of Buddy. He saw his son rolling down the slope and he kept rolling the camera til Buddy stopped and let Kimi comfort Buddy while she removed dirt from his mouth while Buddy is crying. LOL !!

  • @kylekertscher2106
    @kylekertscher21063 жыл бұрын

    One of the most charming videos I've ever seen on youtube, instant fan. Great job.

  • @gabbypulido3565
    @gabbypulido35653 жыл бұрын

    This is the wholesome footage more people need to see.

  • @ADGNet
    @ADGNet3 жыл бұрын

    "The more you handle them the firmer they're gonna get" Too right!

  • @GrandmasterShadow666

    @GrandmasterShadow666

    3 жыл бұрын

    And she couldn't say that with a straight face!

  • @EM-qp3zy
    @EM-qp3zy3 жыл бұрын

    You guys are pact full of action I love watching your videos. Buddy is ADORABLE! Loved seeing the rawness of your life ♥️

  • @latzkytv9443
    @latzkytv94433 жыл бұрын

    I will share this to may Facebook account. I am now a fan and i already subs😊 she is so brave my god what an amazing woman at the same time a mother 😍❤️ much love😊 from 🇵🇭 Philippines. Keep safe

  • @niwdeonirep4715
    @niwdeonirep47153 жыл бұрын

    Very cute baby. When of age, Buddy could have many videos of himself to watch.

  • @noelfujii7065
    @noelfujii70653 жыл бұрын

    Great video of catching, cleaning, cooking and eating these delicacies! Kudos to the cameraman for filming while you have the first ono bites. I wouldn't be able to resist.

  • @judemelroses9920
    @judemelroses99203 жыл бұрын

    'Whack it' 'The more you handle them the firmer they're going to get' oh my! 😆

  • @waynest.bernard1978

    @waynest.bernard1978

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes indeed jude

  • @phenixevelyphd2149
    @phenixevelyphd21493 жыл бұрын

    Perfect day. 😁👍 I have dozens of recipes for sea cucumber meat. Delish ! 😁 I live watching your videos with my wife and daughters. Thank you sooooo much for sharing.

  • @djeanravarra
    @djeanravarra3 жыл бұрын

    I cant help but giggle when you said it was a little more enticing once buddy got a little fussy. Such a mom mood! 🤣 I know that feeling all too well.

  • @dudeleboski2692
    @dudeleboski26925 ай бұрын

    If I had the honour of having a Mother like Kimi, my life would of reached to another Plateau of self reliance/Healthy Living

  • @huehue6948
    @huehue69483 жыл бұрын

    Again thank you for your amazing content kimi!

  • @monkey2bize
    @monkey2bize3 жыл бұрын

    Alaska is one of our fave getaways and nice to see a fellow islander catch and cook there like a pro!

  • @doittoday1
    @doittoday13 жыл бұрын

    You guys are the best, much love

  • @tomm2812
    @tomm28123 жыл бұрын

    Envious. Great dive. Uni from the wild is great. Best

  • @Jaimiedamon
    @Jaimiedamon3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video. U guys are so real!!

  • @Grehmdel
    @Grehmdel Жыл бұрын

    Just came back from SE Alaska, grew up on Oahu, and I was wondering about free diving for Uni and Dungeness crab. Mahalo for making this video Kimi. I'll be diving for them next time!

  • @irenabliss
    @irenabliss3 жыл бұрын

    Mahalo for sharing this dive into the unknown Kimi! 😊 Such a great adventure for baby Buddy too 💖

  • @md-wg4bz
    @md-wg4bz3 жыл бұрын

    I don’t eat sea cucumber or Uni but I enjoy watching your videos! 😄

  • @kimiwerner

    @kimiwerner

    3 жыл бұрын

    These ones are special!

  • @berliniskillingme
    @berliniskillingme3 жыл бұрын

    this video made me smile from ear to ear, laugh and tear up. Super interesting to see you catch, cook and eat these crazy things, looks so yummy!! :)

  • @HaylzkO
    @HaylzkO3 жыл бұрын

    In NZ we open sea urchin (or Kina) using two large spoons back to back pushing down and out at the mouth. Super easy! Looks delicious 😊

  • @aporokirikava1583

    @aporokirikava1583

    3 жыл бұрын

    I was just about to comment... you should watch the Kiwis catch n eat em 😆

  • @sherrycrutchfield8742
    @sherrycrutchfield87423 жыл бұрын

    My husband and I watch all your KZread and you guys are amazing.... keep up the good work....

  • @sigga3876
    @sigga38762 жыл бұрын

    Grumpy bear seriously cute + nice hat!

  • @billyfarrell895
    @billyfarrell8953 жыл бұрын

    I have followed Kimi's insta for years and I love this transition. So real and honest. I don't know if you're interested but this is made for Netflix/Hulu/Cable show.

  • @ntr-cptr7709
    @ntr-cptr77093 жыл бұрын

    I can only imagine what the sea urchin roe taste like! So Ono! I bet! Thank you so much again for sharing your experience. 🤙 be safe you folks.

  • @kimiwerner

    @kimiwerner

    3 жыл бұрын

    So good!

  • @fishhubbd
    @fishhubbd3 жыл бұрын

    Good one!!! Worthwhile content!!!

  • @thurstonskilling4171
    @thurstonskilling41713 жыл бұрын

    Love your CNC with the family 👪. Looking forward on the next adventure.

  • @malleysmama
    @malleysmama3 жыл бұрын

    Stunning vid Kimi! 💙💛

  • @bobbydiaz291
    @bobbydiaz2913 жыл бұрын

    Yay! Thank you for the beautiful videos

  • @kimiwerner

    @kimiwerner

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching!

  • @jbell8719
    @jbell87193 жыл бұрын

    Your son always makes me so happy!!!😊

  • @NickFish007
    @NickFish0073 жыл бұрын

    Love these thank you

  • @kimiwerner

    @kimiwerner

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @helenamvu
    @helenamvu Жыл бұрын

    Making my way through all of your videos! I'm here from the Meat Eater series (which I loved! - hope there will be more) Your content is great and your family is so precious! 💙 Watching you cook while caring for Buddy is so relatable because we have our first baby, she's 8 months now and I love to cook but it can be a struggle learning how to multitask 😂 Thankful for ergo carriers!

  • @Hawaiian80882
    @Hawaiian808823 жыл бұрын

    Oh my gosh such awesome Ohana time...Mahalo's for sharing Kimi

  • @jimmyhipol2013
    @jimmyhipol20133 жыл бұрын

    Loving your videos☺☺

  • @ajm.5160
    @ajm.51603 жыл бұрын

    Kimi: Tries Uni Water Kimi: 😕 Instantly regrets it 🤙😂😂😂😂😂

  • @leahfarrow9450
    @leahfarrow94503 жыл бұрын

    Oh Kimmi I love all your videos this one was so heart warming.I am very happy you are happy and blessed.Hi baby bear buddy 🐻 hugs

  • @kimiwerner

    @kimiwerner

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @samsko
    @samsko3 жыл бұрын

    Loved this video! So cute and funny 😆

  • @fishsalmon8747
    @fishsalmon87473 жыл бұрын

    Wow, cool video...I've never had sea cucumber but you made it look good. Thanks for sharing...🤙🏽😃

  • @michaelcrabtree2939
    @michaelcrabtree29393 жыл бұрын

    Thats awesome you got to travel to Alaska. Looks like u had fun...stay safe and have a great year.

  • @gospam907gaming5
    @gospam907gaming53 жыл бұрын

    Your videos are awesome!!

  • @kylebates416
    @kylebates4163 жыл бұрын

    Yeah! SE AK is the kingdom!

  • @makcltv5508
    @makcltv55083 жыл бұрын

    wooow. that looks so good.

  • @denshizzle0517
    @denshizzle05173 жыл бұрын

    Your videos are so relaxing..

  • @kevinilaupola5466
    @kevinilaupola54663 жыл бұрын

    Love your videos

  • @pokogiacomini2358
    @pokogiacomini23583 жыл бұрын

    I love your show. Buddy is so adorable

  • @datsryteb
    @datsryteb3 жыл бұрын

    Omg!! I cracked up laughing so much!! Love ur videos 💕💕

  • @robstubbs2772
    @robstubbs27723 жыл бұрын

    We call them Kina beautiful and best hangover cure in the world. Didn't know you can eat sea slug lol looked good. Love your videos. Rob New Zealand 👌😊

  • @aprimarieu8729
    @aprimarieu87293 жыл бұрын

    Great video and lovely family, cooking looks yummy 😋

  • @pualemi23
    @pualemi233 жыл бұрын

    Rollin’ Buddy! I was Mother of the Year too. My bubs are 18 and 20 now. All them tumbles built character 😉. That’s it, character. Loving these Alaska episodes!

  • @kimiwerner

    @kimiwerner

    3 жыл бұрын

    Totally agree!

  • @trex1448
    @trex14483 жыл бұрын

    Sea cucumber... throw away guts but the outside skin later can be eaten as well. Diced up raw and dipped with gochujang sauce made with sugar and vinegar.... sooo goood

  • @nickrnmaui
    @nickrnmaui3 жыл бұрын

    The different wasting experience with buddy napping and buddy hanging. Told ya the Forrest helped with the mushroom experience! Uni looked super good. Never had the cucumber. Looked good. Cheers guys great trip

  • @bugdiverhb
    @bugdiverhb3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video. I'm going to try the sea cucumber, you Peaked my curiosity. Love uni.

  • @kimiwerner

    @kimiwerner

    3 жыл бұрын

    Make sure it’s the same kind!

  • @themontephone875
    @themontephone8753 жыл бұрын

    All I have to say Is this for real? Exciting

  • @marialongoria8774
    @marialongoria87743 жыл бұрын

    I really like watching you videos!! Your family is beautiful ❤️ too!!! Thank you so much for making my days better!! Your awesome 😊.

  • @SuperLadyLei
    @SuperLadyLei3 жыл бұрын

    Buddy is just sooo cute..Love what you do Kimi

  • @tontoMemoryMomentsMedia
    @tontoMemoryMomentsMedia2 жыл бұрын

    I love the video!! thanks for the quick cleaning & cooking tips of the sea cucumbers. I live in Sydney Australia (moved here from New Zealand 9 years ago), I love the roes of the NZ (Kina) sea urchins (very much the same as shown in this video) plumb & delicious. People don't believe you when you tell them it melts in your mouth. One different thing about the NZ sea urchins - the spines are shorter. I've just subscribed and can't wait to go through your contents. Very envious of your beautiful country & lifestyle ;)

  • @Jtoosmooth76
    @Jtoosmooth763 жыл бұрын

    I’d really wanna try the sea cucumber now, I love calamari! Bring some Alaskan kine home lol And Buddy is a trooper . He’s most likely to be future world spear fishing champ!! Keep posting these good vids!

  • @dfgvegas
    @dfgvegas3 жыл бұрын

    Great content thank you for sharing with us new sub from Las Vegas

  • @paulinewhaiapu6224
    @paulinewhaiapu62243 жыл бұрын

    Love the family vibe , I live in New Zealand, we call it Kina , absolutely love to eat this seafood with fry bread yummmm

  • @roamingwithrayna5515
    @roamingwithrayna55153 жыл бұрын

    Your an awesome diver, it's very rare to see female diver's like you. Definitely an inspiration...I love diving too but not as confident as you. I live in Australia so my greatest fear is the great white...I tend to hang around the shallows. You an awesome mum and I adore your relationship with the camera man and buddy.💋

  • @kimiwerner

    @kimiwerner

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much

  • @kylietipene8054
    @kylietipene80543 жыл бұрын

    This is still awesome hahaha Buddy you are so adorable lol and Kimi I love how real you are as a parent haha

  • @BG-mr1wf
    @BG-mr1wf3 жыл бұрын

    Pure polynesian☺Love ur videos. Hi Buddy.

  • @ericmartin7979
    @ericmartin79793 жыл бұрын

    Aloha Kimi 🤙 Kia ora 👋 Here in New Zealand 🇳🇿 Maori call the urchin Kina 😋 Really admire Hawaiian culture 💕 And everything you do 🥰 Excellent 👌👍🙏

  • @outderhf
    @outderhf3 жыл бұрын

    yummm we call sea urchin kina here in nz.. never tried sea cucumber might try it. awesome vid

  • @yvonnelangaman7910
    @yvonnelangaman79103 жыл бұрын

    Those looks so good and their big. We cut them in half so it’s easier to scoop the treasures inside😀

  • @jhemar7411
    @jhemar74113 жыл бұрын

    Hi guys watching here from Philippines,I love sea orchin one of my fav.more videos God bless keep safe

  • @JuliLindsey
    @JuliLindsey3 жыл бұрын

    You all are so wonderful

  • @kampfarm808pachecos7
    @kampfarm808pachecos73 жыл бұрын

    So real. Love your shows. I am NOT a fan of 🐛 or anything that looks like one so I was a lot grossed out, but watching you transform it was interesting. I miss going vana hunting. We did it every summer at Ali’s Beach in Haleiwa when we were little. One of my favorites child hood memories.

  • @luwananueiti7670
    @luwananueiti76703 жыл бұрын

    Buddy is very tough... Like mommy. Y'all enjoy. Aloha always. 🙏💜😁🤙

  • @kimiwerner

    @kimiwerner

    3 жыл бұрын

    He literally “rolls” with it all!

  • @momorgan9793
    @momorgan97933 жыл бұрын

    I was cracking up. Just makes him rough and tuff. He'll be ok. hahhahaa

  • @lkey1872
    @lkey18723 жыл бұрын

    Yummy one of my favourite we call it kina and uni over here in New Zealand. Love your videos

  • @filipinaflava47
    @filipinaflava473 жыл бұрын

    I love your channel!! I wish I could get my own uni and sea cucumber 😭

  • @thriftalohaalways5419
    @thriftalohaalways54193 жыл бұрын

    Awesome content! Mahalo from the wesside 🤙🏼

  • @AMS-ri3xm
    @AMS-ri3xm3 жыл бұрын

    Wana is huge 😳🤙🏿nice too see how sea cucumbers are prepared..asain cuisine (namako) seacucumbers ✌aloha from Hawaii

  • @paulking962
    @paulking9623 жыл бұрын

    YUM 😋 My favorite sea creature.