Katsuo Tataki

Katsuo Tataki is a flavorful Japanese appetizer featuring lightly seared skipjack tuna, served with a tangy dipping sauce and garnished with fresh herbs. This dish highlights the natural taste of the fish while offering a delightful contrast of textures and flavors.

Ingredients

• Skipjack tuna - 200 grams
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 1 tablespoon
• Mirin - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions - 2 stalks, finely chopped
• Fresh ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Cilantro - a handful, for garnish

Steps

1. Start by patting the skipjack tuna dry with paper towels and season it with salt and black pepper on all sides.
2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add sesame oil. Once hot, sear the tuna for about 30 seconds on each side until the outside is browned but the inside remains rare.
3. Remove the tuna from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
4. In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, gluten-free soy sauce, mirin, grated ginger, and chopped green onions to create the dipping sauce.
5. Arrange the sliced tuna on a plate, drizzle with the dipping sauce, and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 200
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 3 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart health.
• High in protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.

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