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Salmon Sashimi with Sesame Seeds and Sauce

Thinly sliced raw salmon drizzled with a savory soy-based sauce and sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds. A simple, elegant dish that comes together in minutes.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
220
Protein
23g
Salmon Sashimi with Sesame Seeds and Sauce
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Ingredients

  • ½ pound sashimi-grade salmon
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. 1

    Slice the 0.5 lb salmon against the grain into 1/4-inch thick pieces using a very sharp knife.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, whisk together the 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 tsp rice vinegar, and 0.5 tsp sugar until the sugar dissolves.

  3. 3

    Arrange the salmon slices on a serving plate in a single layer.

  4. 4

    Drizzle the sauce evenly over the salmon.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle the 1 tbsp sesame seeds over the top. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • sharp knife
  • cutting board
  • small bowl
  • serving plate

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