Keto Nigiri Tuna
Elevate your sushi nights with Keto Nigiri Tuna, a low-carb twist on the classic Japanese delicacy! This recipe swaps traditional sushi rice with tender, seasoned cauliflower rice—delicately flavored with rice vinegar and a hint of keto-friendly sweetness from Swerve. Topped with slices of fresh, sushi-grade tuna and a touch of fiery wasabi paste, it’s an irresistible combination of bold flavors and clean, simple ingredients. Ready in just 25 minutes, this gluten-free and keto-friendly dish is perfect for satisfying sushi cravings while staying true to your nutritional goals. Serve with soy sauce or tamari for dipping and a side of pickled ginger for the ultimate restaurant-style experience right at home!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams Fresh sushi-grade tuna
- 1 medium head Cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Swerve sweetener
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Wasabi paste
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons Pickled ginger
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the cauliflower. Using a box grater or food processor, grate the cauliflower into rice-sized pieces.
Step 2
In a microwave-safe bowl, steam the cauliflower rice in the microwave for 4 minutes on high, or until tender. Allow it to cool slightly.
Step 3
In a small bowl, combine the rice vinegar, Swerve sweetener, and salt. Stir until the sweetener and salt are dissolved.
Step 4
Mix the vinegar solution into the cauliflower rice, stirring thoroughly to ensure an even distribution. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
Step 5
While the rice is cooling, slice the fresh tuna against the grain into thin pieces, approximately 1 cm thick, suitable for topping the rice.
Step 6
Take a small amount of the cauliflower rice in your hand (about a tablespoon) and shape it into an oblong mound.
Step 7
Spread a tiny bit of wasabi paste on one side of each tuna slice. Place the tuna slice wasabi side down onto the rice mound, pressing gently to make sure it adheres.
Step 8
Repeat the previous two steps until all the rice and tuna are used.
Step 9
Arrange the nigiri on a serving plate. Serve immediately with soy sauce (or tamari) for dipping and pickled ginger on the side for cleansing the palate.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (822.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 528.6 |
| Total Fat 14.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 95mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4824.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 31.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.6g | |
| Protein 73.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 567.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 147.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3037.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories