Hamachi Nigiri
Delight in the refined simplicity of Hamachi Nigiri, a traditional Japanese sushi delicacy that celebrates the exquisite flavors of fresh yellowtail. Perfectly seasoned sushi rice serves as the base, delicately molded and topped with buttery hamachi sashimi, enhanced with a subtle touch of wasabi for a vibrant kick. This recipe takes you step-by-step through mastering the art of nigiri, from preparing perfectly seasoned rice with rice vinegar and sugar to slicing the yellowtail into elegant, melt-in-your-mouth portions. Whether paired with soy sauce or enjoyed as is, Hamachi Nigiri is a crowd-pleasing dish ideal for sushi enthusiasts and those seeking to elevate their homemade sushi experience. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is the perfect choice for an authentic sushi night at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Fresh hamachi (yellowtail) fillet
- 1.5 cups Sushi rice
- 2 cups Water
- 4 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 teaspoons Wasabi paste
- Optional, for serving Soy sauce
Instructions
Rinse the sushi rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
Combine the rice with 2 cups of water in a rice cooker or pot. If using a pot, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for another 10 minutes.
While the rice is cooking, prepare the vinegar mixture by heating the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan over low heat until the sugar dissolves. Do not boil.
Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl, gently folding in the vinegar mixture while fanning the rice to cool it. Let it cool to room temperature.
Slice the hamachi fillet into thin slices, approximately 3-4 mm thick, and about 2 inches long.
Wet your hands with water to prevent the rice from sticking. Take a small amount of sushi rice (about 20-25 grams) and form it into an oval shape about the size and shape of an adult thumb.
Dab a small amount of wasabi on top of the rice using your finger.
Place a slice of hamachi over the wasabi-topped rice, gently pressing down to mold them together.
Repeat with the remaining rice, wasabi, and hamachi slices.
Serve the hamachi nigiri with soy sauce on the side for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
217 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.0 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 657 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.8 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 13.9 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 24 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 213 mg | 5% | |
*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.
