Izakaya Sakura Broiled Saba with Green Onion Sauce

Transport your taste buds to the heart of a Japanese izakaya with this delightful Izakaya Sakura Broiled Saba with Green Onion Sauce. This quick and elegant recipe pairs perfectly broiled mackerel (saba)—its skin crisped and caramelized under the high heat of the oven—with a tangy-sweet green onion sauce that’s infused with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a hint of ginger. The combination of savory, citrusy, and umami flavors brings balance and depth to the dish, making it an essential centerpiece for dinner or a special occasion. Best served with steamed rice, this 30-minute recipe offers an authentic Japanese culinary experience in the comfort of your home. Keywords: broiled saba recipe, Japanese mackerel, green onion sauce, easy Japanese dinner, izakaya-style dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Mackerel (saba) fillets
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 6 stalks Green onions (scallions)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 0.5 piece Lemon
• 1 teaspoon Neutral oil (vegetable or canola)

Directions

Step 1

1. Preheat your oven's broiler to high and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.

Step 2

2. Pat the mackerel fillets dry with paper towels and sprinkle both sides evenly with salt. Let the fillets sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.

Step 3

3. While the mackerel is resting, thinly slice the green onions and place them in a small bowl.

Step 4

4. In the same bowl, mix the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, grated ginger, and a small squeeze of lemon juice. Stir well to combine and adjust seasoning to taste. Set aside.

Step 5

5. Gently wipe off any excess salt or moisture from the mackerel with a paper towel.

Step 6

6. Lightly brush the skin side of the mackerel with the neutral oil to prevent sticking and place the fillets skin-side up on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 7

7. Broil the mackerel for about 6-8 minutes, or until the skin is crisp and slightly charred and the flesh is cooked through. Keep a close eye, as broilers can vary in intensity.

Step 8

8. Remove the mackerel from the oven and transfer to serving plates.

Step 9

9. Generously spoon the green onion sauce over the top of the fillets, ensuring the flavors coat the fish evenly.

Step 10

10. Garnish with an extra squeeze of lemon juice if desired and serve hot with steamed rice or a side of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(336.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	628.5

Total Fat 46.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 140mg	0%
Sodium 3697.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 11.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 5.8g
Protein 41.8g	0%

Vitamin D 690IU	0%
Calcium 63.2mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 866.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.5%

Protein: 26.4%

Carbs: 7.1%