Saba Nitsuke

Saba Nitsuke is a comforting Japanese dish featuring mackerel simmered in a savory sauce of miso and mirin, delivering a delightful umami flavor. This Paleo version embraces wholesome ingredients while maintaining the authentic taste of traditional Japanese cuisine.

Ingredients

• Mackerel fillets - 300 grams
• Water - 250 ml
• Coconut aminos - 3 tablespoons
• Mirin (or Paleo-friendly sweetener) - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Green onions - 2, sliced
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted

Steps

1. In a medium saucepan, combine water, coconut aminos, mirin, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
2. Add the mackerel fillets to the saucepan, skin side down, and allow to simmer for about 15 minutes, spooning the sauce over the fish occasionally.
3. Once the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, remove the saucepan from heat.
4. Transfer the mackerel to a serving plate, drizzle with the sauce from the pan, and garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
5. Serve immediately, accompanied by steamed vegetables or cauliflower rice for a complete Paleo meal.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

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

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