Saba no Sashimi

Saba no Sashimi is a refreshing Japanese seafood dish featuring mackerel, served raw with a zesty citrus-soy dressing. This Paleo-friendly recipe highlights the natural flavors of the fish while providing a nutritious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Mackerel fillets - 200 grams
• Sea salt - 1 teaspoon
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Coconut aminos - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Chives - 1 tablespoon (finely chopped)
• Radish - 1 small (thinly sliced)
• Cucumber - 1 small (thinly sliced)
• Nori sheets - 2 (cut into strips)

Steps

1. Ensure the mackerel fillets are fresh and sushi-grade. Rinse under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
2. Sprinkle the sea salt evenly over the mackerel fillets and let sit for 5 minutes to enhance the flavor.
3. In a small bowl, mix the lime juice, coconut aminos, and sesame oil to create the dressing.
4. Slice the mackerel into thin pieces, approximately 1 cm thick.
5. Arrange the mackerel slices on a chilled plate, alternating with slices of radish and cucumber for color and crunch.
6. Drizzle the citrus-soy dressing over the arranged sashimi and sprinkle with chopped chives.
7. Serve immediately with nori strips on the side for wrapping.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

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

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