Saba no Tataki

Saba no Tataki is a delicious Japanese dish featuring lightly seared mackerel, served with a zesty citrus soy sauce, perfect for seafood lovers. This Paleo-friendly version maintains traditional flavors while adhering to clean eating principles.

Ingredients

• Mackerel fillets - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Coconut aminos - 2 tablespoons
• Grated ginger - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions - 2 stalks, finely chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted

Steps

1. Pat the mackerel fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the mackerel fillets skin-side down.
3. Sear the mackerel for about 2-3 minutes until the skin is crisp and golden brown, then flip and sear the other side for an additional 1-2 minutes until just cooked through.
4. Remove the mackerel from the skillet and let it rest for a minute before slicing it into thin pieces.
5. In a small bowl, mix together lemon juice, coconut aminos, and grated ginger to create a dipping sauce.
6. Serve the sliced mackerel drizzled with the dipping sauce and garnished with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health.
• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.

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