Soy-Free Aburi Salmon
Indulge in the delicate flavors of Soy-Free Aburi Salmon, a light yet luxurious dish that delivers the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and smoky notes—all without soy-based ingredients. This Japanese-inspired recipe starts by marinating fresh salmon fillet in a vibrant blend of rice vinegar, mirin, honey, and a touch of lemon juice, creating a flavor profile that’s both bright and nuanced. The magic truly happens during the "aburi" (searing) process, where a blowtorch or broiler lightly chars the surface, adding a tantalizing smokiness while keeping the fish tender and juicy. Garnished with fragrant chives and served with creamy avocado slices and fresh lemon wedges, this dish caters to soy-free diets without sacrificing authenticity. Perfect for an elegant appetizer or a healthy, restaurant-quality meal at home, this aburi salmon recipe is as beautiful to serve as it is to taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh salmon fillet
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives
- 1 sliced avocado (optional, for serving)
- 2 wedge fresh lemon wedges
Instructions
Begin by preparing the salmon fillet. Rinse it under cold water, then pat dry with paper towels. Remove any remaining pin bones with tweezers.
In a small bowl, combine the rice vinegar, mirin, honey, lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the honey is completely dissolved.
Place the salmon fillet in a shallow dish and coat it with the marinade mixture. Ensure the fish is evenly covered. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for 15 minutes, turning occasionally.
While the salmon is marinating, prepare your blowtorch or set your broiler on high if you are using an oven.
Once marinated, remove the salmon from the refrigerator. Pat it dry gently with a paper towel, as excess moisture can interfere with charring.
Brush the top of the fillet lightly with olive oil. If using a blowtorch, carefully flame the surface of the salmon until slightly charred, taking care not to overcook the fish. If using an oven, place the salmon under the broiler for about 2–3 minutes or until the top is lightly charred.
Remove the salmon from the heat and let it rest for a minute or two.
To serve, cut the salmon into bite-sized slices and garnish with chopped chives. Optionally top with slices of avocado.
Accompany the dish with fresh lemon wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1196 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 59.1 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.8 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 305 mg | 102% | |
| Sodium | 1448 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.4 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.1 g | ||
| Protein | 128.5 g | 257% | |
| Vitamin D | 46.3 mcg | 231% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 2806 mg | 60% | |
*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.
