Kaki no Nitsuke

Kaki no Nitsuke is a comforting Japanese dish featuring tender braised oysters simmered in a savory broth. This Paleo-friendly version maintains the authentic flavors while avoiding grains and refined sugars.

Ingredients

• Fresh oysters - 300 grams
• Water - 200 ml
• Coconut aminos - 2 tablespoons
• Mirin (sugar-free) - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh ginger, sliced - 10 grams
• Garlic, minced - 1 clove
• Green onions, chopped - 2 stalks
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Sea salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the fresh oysters under cold water and set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine water, coconut aminos, mirin, sliced ginger, and minced garlic. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
3. Add the oysters to the saucepan and let them cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are fully cooked and tender.
4. Stir in sesame oil, green onions, sea salt, and black pepper. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and let the dish cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and essential minerals from oysters.
• Low in carbs and refined sugars, making it suitable for Paleo diets.

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