Soy-Free Eel Sashimi
Indulge in the delicate flavors of 'Soy-Free Eel Sashimi,' a refreshing twist on traditional Japanese sashimi that highlights the natural richness of fresh eel without relying on soy-based condiments. Perfect for those seeking an allergy-friendly or non-soy alternative, this carefully crafted recipe combines tender slices of marinated eel with a light and tangy blend of rice vinegar, mirin, and fresh lemon juice. Enhanced with dynamic garnishes like crisp cucumber, peppery radish sprouts, and nori strips, this dish is a feast for both the eyes and palate. Finished elegantly with wasabi paste and served alongside pickled ginger, it’s an easy yet visually stunning appetizer that’s ready in just 25 minutes! Treat your guests to an authentic sashimi experience that’s both modern and allergen-conscious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Fresh eel
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Mirin
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Fresh wasabi paste
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 2 Nori sheets
- 50 grams Pickled ginger
- 1 Cucumber (thinly sliced)
- 30 grams Radish sprouts
Instructions
Begin by cleaning the eel: remove the head and tail, gut the eel, and carefully remove the bones with a sharpened fillet knife. Rinse and pat dry.
Slice the eel into thin pieces, approximately 5mm thick, by slicing at a slight angle to maximize the surface area of each slice.
In a small bowl, combine the rice vinegar, mirin, lemon juice, and sea salt. Stir until the salt is completely dissolved.
Submerge the eel slices in the vinegar mixture and let it marinate for 5 minutes to slightly cure and infuse with flavor.
While the eel marinates, use kitchen scissors to cut the nori sheets into thin strips for garnish.
Drain the eel slices, pat dry with paper towels, and arrange them neatly on a serving platter.
Garnish the eel sashimi with thin nori strips, a small dollop of fresh wasabi paste, and accompaniments like thin cucumber slices and radish sprouts on the side.
Serve with pickled ginger on the side for a refreshing contrast to the savory eel flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
820 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.2 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 504 mg | 168% | |
| Sodium | 1879 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.2 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.4 g | ||
| Protein | 75.9 g | 152% | |
| Vitamin D | 93.2 mcg | 466% | |
| Calcium | 162 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 286 mg | 6% | |
*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.
