Sashimi-grade halfbeak rests on hand-shaped seasoned rice for a light, elegant Japanese nigiri.
40 min prep 20 min cook 30 min rest
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Rinse the sushi rice until the water runs clear.
Drain the rice for 20 minutes, then cook it with the measured water.
Rest the cooked rice, covered, for 10 minutes.
Dissolve the rice vinegar, sugar and salt, then fold into the hot rice.
Cut the needlefish into thin diagonal slices with a sharp knife.
Moisten your hands with vinegared water and shape the rice into oval bites.
Spread a little wasabi on each bite, place a fish slice on top, and serve with soy sauce and gari.
💡 Tip: Cleaning the skin and surface moisture before slicing gives the nigiri a glossy finish.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with a little wasabi, soy sauce and gari ginger.
~285
kcal calories
21
g protein
41
g carbs
5
g fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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