Eel Sashimi
Delight in the delicate flavors of **Eel Sashimi**, a traditional Japanese dish that celebrates the natural freshness of premium eel. This no-cook recipe highlights the art of clean slicing and thoughtful presentation, resulting in thin, tender slices of salted and rinsed eel served atop a vibrant arrangement of julienned daikon radish and aromatic shiso leaves. Paired with essentials like soy sauce, wasabi, pickled ginger, and a splash of lemon, this elegant appetizer offers a perfect balance of umami, spice, and tangy freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is an ideal choice for sushi enthusiasts seeking a refined, restaurant-quality experience at home. Perfectly suited for adventurous palates and creative hosts, **Eel Sashimi** is sure to impress at your next gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large (approximately 250 grams) Fresh eel fillet
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Wasabi
- 50 grams Pickled ginger
- 4 leaves Shiso leaves
- 100 grams Daikon radish
- 1 small Lemon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Begin by ensuring all your tools are clean and your workspace is sanitized.
Rinse the eel fillet under cold running water and pat dry with a paper towel.
Sprinkle salt evenly over both sides of the eel fillet and let it sit for 5 minutes. This process will help firm up the flesh and draw out any excess moisture.
Rinse off the salt thoroughly under cold water and pat the fillet dry again with a clean paper towel.
Using a very sharp knife, slice the eel fillet into thin, even pieces, approximately 1/8-inch thick. Ensure the slices are uniform for an elegant presentation.
Peel the daikon radish and, using a mandoline or a sharp knife, cut it into thin julienne pieces for garnish.
Arrange the eel slices neatly on a serving platter. Place the julienned daikon radish and shiso leaves as an attractive garnish around the edge of the platter.
Serve the eel sashimi with soy sauce and wasabi on the side, allowing guests to mix them or use separately as per their preference.
Include lemon wedges to sprinkle fresh juice over the sashimi, enhancing its flavor.
Add the pickled ginger as a palate cleanser between bites, enhancing the subtle taste of the eel.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
283 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.2 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 159 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 1459 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 25.6 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 29.1 mcg | 146% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 531 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
