Kani no Tataki
Kani no Tataki is a refreshing Japanese seafood dish featuring lightly seared crab meat, served with a zesty ponzu sauce and garnished with fresh herbs. This dish combines the delicate flavors of the sea with vibrant, healthy ingredients for a delightful culinary experience.

15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Japanese
220 kcal
Ingredients
- Fresh crab meat - 200 grams
- Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Ponzu sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
- Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
- Scallions - 2 stalks, finely chopped
- Shiso leaves - 4 leaves, finely chopped
- Red chili flakes - 1/4 teaspoon
- Sea salt - to taste
- Black pepper - to taste
Steps
- Start by gently heating a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Lightly sear the fresh crab meat in the skillet for about 1-2 minutes on each side, just to warm it through without cooking it fully.
- Remove the crab from the skillet and let it cool slightly before slicing it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, ponzu sauce, sesame oil, lemon juice, and a pinch of sea salt and black pepper to create the dipping sauce.
- On a serving plate, arrange the sliced crab meat and sprinkle the chopped scallions, shiso leaves, and red chili flakes over the top.
- Serve the crab tataki with the dipping sauce on the side for a refreshing, healthy meal.
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 25 g
- Carbs: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
- Total Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle health and recovery.
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for heart health.
Tags
JapaneseHealthySeafood Dish