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Yellowtail Carpaccio

Cultural Context

Originating from Venice, Carpaccio is a classic Italian dish that showcases the freshness of raw fish or meat, typically served as an appetizer. Traditionally, it was made with beef, but variations using seafood have become popular, particularly in coastal regions. Yellowtail carpaccio highlights the delicate flavor of the fish, paired with bright citrus and peppery arugula. Today, this dish is enjoyed worldwide, often featuring in upscale restaurants and seafood bars.

ItalianITappetizer
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb yellowtail amberjack
1 teaspoon sea salt
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon wasabi
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chives

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

yellowtail

🥗Healthier: snapper

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Snapper is lower in calories and still offers a delicate flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil provides similar health benefits with a different flavor.

balsamic reduction

🥗Healthier: balsamic vinegar

💰Cheaper: red wine vinegar

Balsamic vinegar offers a tangy flavor at a lower cost.

capers

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: pickles

Green olives provide a similar briny flavor.

1

Remove the bone from the center of the yellowtail amberjack.

2

Sprinkle a little sea salt in the center of two plates.

3

Slice the yellowtail into about three slices per person, using approximately 2.5 ounces of fish per person.

4

Place the yellowtail slices on the plates.

5

Cover the fish with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.

6

When ready to serve, add half a teaspoon of dry wasabi on top of the fish.

7

Add about a teaspoon of soy sauce per person on top of the fish.

8

Sprinkle a dash of paprika on top for taste and color.

9

Drizzle the same amount of olive oil as paprika over the fish.

10

Finish with chopped chives from the garden.

Cooking Techniques

slicing

Equipment Needed

sharp knifechilled plate

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Carpaccio di Ricciola
Local Name: Carpaccio di Ricciola

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