Kaki No Dote Yaki

Kaki No Dote Yaki is a delightful low-carb Japanese seafood dish featuring succulent grilled oysters topped with a savory miso glaze. This dish combines rich umami flavors with a hint of sweetness, making it a perfect appetizer or light meal.

Ingredients

• Fresh oysters - 12 large
• White miso paste - 60 grams
• Sake - 30 ml
• Mirin - 15 ml
• Soy sauce - 15 ml
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Green onions - 2, finely chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Black sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon wedges - 2 for serving

Steps

1. Preheat your grill or broiler to medium-high heat.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the white miso paste, sake, mirin, soy sauce, minced garlic, and sesame oil until smooth to create the glaze.
3. Shuck the oysters and arrange them on a grill-safe tray, ensuring they remain in their shells.
4. Spoon a generous amount of the miso glaze over each oyster.
5. Place the tray on the grill or under the broiler and cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the oysters are cooked through and the glaze is bubbling.
6. Remove the oysters from the grill and sprinkle with chopped green onions and black sesame seeds.
7. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 7 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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