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Salmon Belly Torched Nigiri-Style


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  • Author: olivia RECIPES
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delightful fusion of flavors featuring torched salmon belly served on sushi rice.


Ingredients

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  • 200 grams salmon belly
  • 2 cups sushi rice
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 sheet nori, cut into strips
  • wasabi (to taste)
  • soy sauce (for serving)


Instructions

  1. Cook the sushi rice according to package instructions.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt, and heat until dissolved.
  3. Mix the vinegar mixture into the cooked rice and let it cool.
  4. Slice the salmon belly into thin pieces.
  5. Shape a small amount of sushi rice into an oval.
  6. Top the rice with a slice of salmon belly.
  7. Using a kitchen torch, lightly sear the salmon for a few seconds.
  8. Garnish with a strip of nori and a dab of wasabi.
  9. Serve with soy sauce on the side.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use high-quality sushi-grade salmon.
  • Adjust the amount of wasabi to your spice preference.
  • Practice torching for even cooking of the salmon.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Sushi
  • Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 pieces
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg