Kaisen Don

Kaisen Don is a vibrant Japanese seafood bowl that showcases a variety of fresh, kosher seafood atop a bed of seasoned rice. This dish is not only visually stunning but also packed with flavors and nutrients, making it a delightful meal for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

• Sushi rice - 150 grams
• Water - 200 ml
• Rice vinegar - 30 ml
• Sugar - 10 grams
• Salt - 5 grams
• Fresh salmon fillet - 100 grams
• Fresh tuna fillet - 100 grams
• Cooked shrimp - 100 grams
• Cucumber - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Radish - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Nori sheets - 2, cut into strips
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 30 ml (kosher)
• Wasabi - to taste
• Pickled ginger - for garnish

Steps

1. Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak for 30 minutes.
2. In a pot, combine the soaked rice and water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 10 minutes.
3. In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Gently fold this mixture into the cooked rice and let it cool to room temperature.
4. While the rice cools, slice the fresh salmon and tuna fillets into bite-sized pieces.
5. Arrange the cooled sushi rice in two bowls as the base.
6. Top each bowl of rice with the sliced salmon, tuna, cooked shrimp, cucumber, and radish slices.
7. Sprinkle sesame seeds and nori strips on top of the seafood.
8. Serve with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 500
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from the seafood, which support heart health.
• High in protein, making it a filling and nutritious meal.

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