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Salmon Tataki Recipe

Salmon Tataki Recipe

Fresh, seared, full of flavor. This salmon tataki recipe is an easy Japanese starter of sushi‑grade salmon and a bright soy‑ginger dressing.

Course Starter
Cuisine Japanese
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings 2 people
Calories per serving 280 kcal

Ingredients

  • 8 oz sushi‑grade fresh salmon fillet (240 g)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tsp honey (or sugar)
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil for searing
  • 1 tsp lime juice
  • microgreens and a lime wedge for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Whisk the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, lime juice and honey. Pour a thin layer into the bottom of two small bowls. Put them in the fridge to chill.

  2. Pat the salmon dry with a paper towel and trim the sides so you get a clean block that slices neatly, just like in the photo.

  3. Heat a pan with neutral oil until very hot. Sear the salmon 20 to 30 seconds per side. You want a thin seared edge while keeping the centre raw.

  4. Let the salmon cool for 5 minutes, then slice it into even pieces with a sharp knife so the cuts stay clean.

  5. Lay the slices neatly into the chilled sauce bowl.

  6. Garnish with microgreens and add a lime wedge on the side (optional). Serve immediately.

    Salmon Tataki Recipe