Low Carb Mackerel Nigiri

Elevate your sushi night with a healthy twist by mastering Low Carb Mackerel Nigiri! This ingenious recipe swaps traditional sushi rice for tender, seasoned cauliflower rice, making it a delicious and keto-friendly alternative. Fresh mackerel fillets provide a rich, buttery flavor, perfectly complemented by a hint of wasabi and a strip of savory nori for a traditional touch. Quick to prepare and full of umami, this dish is ideal for anyone craving sushi while staying low-carb. Serve with soy sauce and pickled ginger for a satisfying bite bursting with flavor. Perfect for foodies seeking a guilt-free taste of Japanese cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Fresh mackerel fillets
• 1 small head Cauliflower florets
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Wasabi paste
• 1 sheet Nori sheets
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar substitute (such as stevia or erythritol)
• 1 tablespoon Pickled ginger

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the cauliflower rice. Cut the cauliflower into small florets and place them into a food processor. Pulse until the cauliflower resembles rice grains.

Step 2

Transfer the cauliflower rice to a microwave-safe bowl, cover with a lid or plastic wrap, and microwave on high for about 3-4 minutes until tender. Allow it to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the rice vinegar, salt, and sugar substitute until the salt and sugar have dissolved. Pour this mixture over the cauliflower rice and mix well to ensure all of the 'grains' are coated. Set aside to cool completely.

Step 4

While the cauliflower rice is cooling, prepare the mackerel. Ensure the fillets are deboned and the skin is removed, then slice each fillet into 2-inch pieces.

Step 5

Place a small amount of wasabi paste on every mackerel piece to taste.

Step 6

Cut the nori sheet into thin strips, about 1/4 inch wide, using scissors or a sharp knife.

Step 7

Once the cauliflower rice has cooled, use your hands to mold the rice into small, oval-shaped balls, approximately the size of a golf ball.

Step 8

Lay a piece of mackerel across the top of each rice ball and secure it with a strip of nori, wrapping it around the center.

Step 9

Serve the mackerel nigiri with soy sauce and pickled ginger, allowing individual preference for additional flavor.

Step 10

Enjoy your Low Carb Mackerel Nigiri immediately fresh.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(939.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	974.3

Total Fat 56.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 280mg	0%
Sodium 3168.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.4g	0%
Total Sugars 9.4g
Protein 88.1g	0%

Vitamin D 1440IU	0%
Calcium 174.9mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 2779.2mg	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: 52.0%

Protein: 35.9%

Carbs: 12.1%