Low Carb Yellowtail Nigiri
Elevate your sushi night with this exquisite Low Carb Yellowtail Nigiri recipe, a guilt-free twist on traditional Japanese nigiri that’s perfect for keto enthusiasts and low-carb diners. Featuring silky, sashimi-grade yellowtail atop delicately seasoned cauliflower rice flavored with rice vinegar, sweetener, and a pinch of salt, this recipe masterfully recreates the authentic taste and texture of sushi rice without the carbs. A touch of wasabi adds delightful heat, while optional soy sauce and pickled ginger provide classic accompaniments. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish is as quick as it is elegant, making it ideal for an impressive appetizer or light seafood meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices Yellowtail (Hamachi) sashimi-grade fish
- 1 cup Cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Granulated erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Wasabi paste
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce or tamari (for serving, optional)
- 2 teaspoons Pickled ginger (garnish, optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the cauliflower rice by cooking it in the microwave or steaming it until tender (about 3-5 minutes). Let it cool to room temperature.
2. In a small bowl, combine the rice vinegar, granulated erythritol, and salt. Stir until the sweetener and salt dissolve.
3. Mix the vinegar mixture into the cooled cauliflower rice, distributing it evenly to mimic the flavor of sushi rice. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.
4. Using slightly wet hands, take about 1 tablespoon of the cauliflower rice mixture and form it into a compact, oblong shape to resemble a traditional nigiri rice base. Repeat for all 8 pieces.
5. Place a small dab of wasabi paste onto the top of each cauliflower rice ball.
6. Lay a slice of yellowtail sashimi over each rice ball, gently pressing it onto the rice base to hold it in place.
7. Optionally, garnish with pickled ginger and serve with soy sauce or tamari on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
362 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.8 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 110 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 2583 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | ||
| Protein | 51.3 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1333 mg | 28% | |
*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.
