Ika no Sashimi

Ika no Sashimi is a fresh and delicate Japanese dish featuring raw squid, served with a zesty citrus soy sauce. Perfectly paired with crisp vegetables, this dish is both refreshing and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Fresh squid - 200 grams
• Sea salt - 1 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Coconut aminos - 2 tablespoons
• Radish - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Cucumber - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro - 10 grams, chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted

Steps

1. Clean the squid by removing the head and innards; rinse under cold water and pat dry.
2. Cut the squid body into thin slices (about 0.5 cm thick) and arrange them on a serving plate.
3. In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice and coconut aminos to create a dipping sauce.
4. Add a pinch of sea salt to the squid slices to enhance flavor.
5. Arrange the sliced radish and cucumber around the squid on the plate.
6. Sprinkle chopped cilantro and toasted sesame seeds over the top.
7. Serve immediately with the lemon-coconut aminos dipping sauce on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 7 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 3 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and low in calories.
• Contains omega-3 fatty acids which support heart health.

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