Description
A vibrant and fresh appetizer featuring thinly sliced sushi-grade salmon dressed in a spicy, tangy sauce paired with crisp carrot ribbons, garnished with cilantro and toasted sesame seeds. This no-cook dish brings together bright flavors and textures perfect for a light starter or elegant bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon and Vegetables
- 8 oz sushi-grade salmon, skin removed and thinly sliced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and shaved into ribbons
- 1 small shallot, thinly sliced
Dressing
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce or tamari
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon chili crisp or chili oil (adjust to spice preference)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
Garnish and Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- Flaky sea salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Arrange Salmon: Place the thin slices of sushi-grade salmon on a chilled serving plate in a single even layer to keep the fish fresh and beautifully presented.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, rice vinegar, soy sauce or tamari, sesame oil, chili crisp, and honey until well combined for a balanced spicy and tangy dressing.
- Pickle Shallots: Add the thinly sliced shallots to the dressing and let them sit for 5 minutes to lightly pickle, enhancing their flavor and softening their sharpness.
- Toss Carrots: Coat the peeled carrot ribbons with a spoonful of the dressing to impart flavor and a slight tang, without overpowering their crispness.
- Dress Salmon and Assemble: Spoon the remaining dressing along with the pickled shallots evenly over the salmon slices, then top with the dressed carrot ribbons for texture contrast.
- Garnish and Season: Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro and toasted sesame seeds over the top, and finish with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve: Enjoy the dish immediately while the salmon is fresh and the textures vibrant.
Notes
- Use the freshest sushi-grade salmon available to ensure the best flavor and safety when serving raw fish.
- For added crunch and freshness, optionally add thinly sliced radishes or cucumber alongside the carrot ribbons.
- Adjust the amount of chili crisp or chili oil based on your preferred level of heat to make it milder or spicier.
