Description
Spicy Salmon Crudo & Carrots is a vibrant and refreshing dish that beautifully harmonizes sweet, spicy, and citrusy flavors. This unique appetizer features sushi-grade salmon delicately dressed in a tangy sauce, paired with crispy matchstick carrots for an exciting crunch. Perfect for any occasion, whether a casual dinner or a sophisticated gathering, this dish is sure to impress your guests while satisfying your cravings. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, it not only dazzles the palate but also brightens up your dining table with its stunning colors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz sushi-grade salmon
- 1 carrot (thinly sliced into matchsticks)
- 1/4 cup Tamari (or soy sauce)
- 3 scallions (chopped)
- 1 tbsp salsa macha
- 1 serrano pepper (thinly sliced)
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- 1 tbsp agave syrup
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
Instructions
- Fry the carrot matchsticks in olive oil until lightly golden and set them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped white scallions, Tamari, mirin, rice vinegar, lemon juice, ginger, sesame oil, agave syrup, serrano pepper, and salsa macha. Let sit for 15-20 minutes.
- For garnish, soak the green part of scallions in ice water to keep them crisp.
- On a serving plate, strain the sauce and arrange the salmon on top. Finish with crispy carrots, lemon zest, and scallion garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg