Choi Kang-rok's Warm Mackerel Sashimi

Name: Choi Kang-rok's Warm Mackerel Sashimi
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 1 pack sashimi-grade mackerel fillet; Wild arugula, to taste; Pinch of salt; Fresh wasabi, to taste; Sashimi soy sauce, to taste

A unique sashimi dish where the surface of fresh mackerel is quickly seared with flame, allowing you to enjoy the crispiness of the skin and the tenderness of the flesh simultaneously.

15 min Difficulty Normal Meat & mains

Main ingredients

MackerelWild ArugulaWasabiSoy Sauce

Ingredients needed 2 servings

1 pack sashimi-grade mackerel fillet
Wild arugula, to taste
Pinch of salt
Fresh wasabi, to taste

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Recipe

Prepare the sashimi-grade mackerel fillet and evenly sprinkle salt on the skin side for seasoning.
Instead of skewering, prepare to place the mackerel on a grill or grate, as the flesh can easily break.
Quickly sear only the surface of the mackerel over high heat, focusing on the skin side.
Be careful not to cook the flesh through; as soon as the skin is adequately crispy and the surface color changes, remove it from the heat immediately.
Slice the seared mackerel sashimi into thick, uniform pieces while it still retains warmth.
Generously spread salad greens like wild arugula on a plate to mellow the fish's aroma.
Arrange the sliced mackerel sashimi attractively over the greens, and serve with fresh wasabi and sashimi soy sauce to complete the dish.

Season the mackerel fillet skin with salt.
Quickly sear the mackerel surface over high heat using a grill.
Slice thickly and serve with wild arugula, wasabi, and soy sauce alongside warm rice.

Cooking tips

The freshness of the mackerel is crucial for the taste, so always use fresh, sashimi-grade fish.
If the heat is too low, the inside will cook through; the key is to quickly sear the outside like tataki over high heat.
Pairing with uniquely aromatic greens like wild arugula effectively neutralizes the mackerel's distinct smell.

Recommended for

Those who want to enjoy fresh, seasonal mackerel in a unique way.
Those who prefer tataki-style sashimi with a crispy exterior and moist interior.
Those who love the combination of warm fish sashimi and freshly cooked white rice.

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