Hamachi Crudo (Yellowtail Sashimi)
This Hamachi Crudo recipe is the perfect impressive appetizer, and it's SO easy to put together. Buttery raw yellowtail fish is topped with peppers and dressed in a tangy soy sauce mix!
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Servings: 3 people
Calories: 58kcal
Equipment
- Very sharp knife
- Cutting Board
- Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 filet Hamachi or Yellowtail
- ¼ cup Yuzu juice or lemon juice
- ¼ cup Soy Sauce
- ½ Jalapeno or Serrano pepper optional
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil good quality
- pinch Flaky sea salt
Instructions
- If necessary, thaw the frozen fish in the refrigerator overnight. If using fresh, skip this step.
- Place the thawed or fresh fish in the freezer for about 10-15 minutes while preparing ingredients. This helps make the fish easier to slice.
- Juice the lemons or yuzu (skip if using bottled yuzu juice). Thinly slice the peppers and set aside.
- In a small bowl, add the soy sauce, lemon/yuzu juice, and olive oil. Whisk until olive oil is emulsified into the sauce.
- Take the fish out of the freezer. Using your sharpest knife, carefully slice the filet against the grain into 1-2 inch long pieces.
- Once sliced, arrange the hamachi in a plate or bowl however you like. I recommend a circular arrangement.
- Re-whisk the dressing to ensure it is emulsified, then slowly pour into the center of the circle, so that the dressing surrounds the fish and doesn't go on top of any slices.
- Gently place the jalapeño slices on all of the slices, or you can choose to place it on every other slice.
- Sprinkle aleppo pepper (or red pepper flakes, or omit) over the top along with flaky sea salt and fresh cilantro leaves.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
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Notes
- Hamachi can potentially be hard to find. Look for anything labeled hamachi or yellowtail in both the fresh and frozen sections. I ended up using a "Dutch Yellowtail Loin" that was frozen. If you can't find anything, try substituting with amberjack or even swordfish.
- Serrano pepper or thai red chiles work well in place of the jalapeño. Feel free to omit entirely if sensitive to heat.
- Placing fresh or thawed fish in the freezer for about 10 minutes will help it remain firm and it will be easier to make thin slices!
Nutrition
Calories: 58kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 0.1mg | Sodium: 1081mg | Potassium: 90mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 26IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg
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