Keto White Fish Nigiri
Elevate your sushi game with this Keto White Fish Nigiri recipe, a low-carb twist on the classic Japanese favorite! Perfect for keto enthusiasts, this dish swaps traditional sushi rice for seasoned cauliflower rice, lightly flavored with rice vinegar and a hint of sweetness from powdered erythritol. Topped with delicate slices of sashimi-grade white fish—like cod, halibut, or seabass—and a touch of wasabi, these bite-sized treasures deliver high-protein deliciousness without the carbs. Easy to customize, you can wrap each piece with nori for added flair or serve alongside tamari for a gluten-free dipping option. Ready in under 30 minutes, this light and elegant recipe is ideal for special occasions or a refined everyday treat. Indulge guilt-free in this keto-friendly sushi experience!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 g White fish (sashimi-grade, such as cod, halibut, or seabass)
- 200 g Cauliflower rice
- 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tsp Powdered erythritol (or keto-friendly sweetener)
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 1 piece Nori sheet (optional, for garnish or binding)
- 1 tsp Wasabi paste
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free option)
Instructions
1. Prepare the cauliflower 'rice': Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and cook the cauliflower rice for 3-5 minutes until it is tender but not mushy, stirring occasionally.
2. Season the 'rice': Transfer the cauliflower rice to a mixing bowl. Stir in the rice vinegar, powdered erythritol, and salt until well combined and slightly sticky. Let it cool to room temperature.
3. Slice the white fish: Using a very sharp knife, slice the sashimi-grade white fish into uniform pieces, about 2.5 inches long and 1 inch wide. Aim for thin and even slices for better presentation.
4. Assemble the nigiri: Take a small amount of the cauliflower rice (roughly the size of a ping pong ball) and form it into a compact oval-shaped mound with your hands. Press gently but firmly to ensure it holds its shape.
5. Add a dab of wasabi: Spread a small amount of wasabi on one side of a white fish slice for extra flavor, then place the fish slice on top of the cauliflower rice mound, wasabi-side touching the 'rice'.
6. Repeat: Continue assembling until all the fish and cauliflower rice have been used.
7. Optional garnish: Cut thin strips of nori and wrap them around the nigiri for a decorative and functional touch, if desired.
8. Serve: Arrange the Keto White Fish Nigiri on a platter and serve with soy sauce or tamari on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
268 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.9 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2744 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.2 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 43.8 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.0 mcg | 50% | |
| Calcium | 87 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1274 mg | 27% | |
*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.
