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Toasted Salmon Nigiri in Dashi Broth
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Toasted Salmon Nigiri in Dashi Broth

4.3 (82 ratings)

Our Salmon Nigiri leans on soy sauce and patience: built on a slow, honest base, then finished in Dashi Broth.

Prep
28 min
Cook
61 min
Servings
6
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb salmon nigiri
  • 4 oz soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup dashi
  • 2 tbsp mirin
  • 1 cup scallions
  • 3 cloves toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger
  • to taste a squeeze of citrus
Method

Step by step

  1. Season the salmon nigiri generously and let it sit while you prep the aromatics.
  2. Build the base: cook the onion, garlic and spices until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the salmon nigiri and cook it through, letting it take on color and soak up the seasoning.
  4. Rest briefly, adjust the salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.
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