Chinese-style Roasted Fresh Salmon in Nanban Sauce

Name: Chinese-style Roasted Fresh Salmon in Nanban Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cuts Raw salmon; 2 tbsp Katakuriko; 1 Onion; 1 Carrot; 1 as much (to taste) Thin green onions; 100 ml Vinegar; 3 tbsp Sugar (PLease adjust the sweetness according to your tastes); 2 tbsp Soy sauce; 2 tsp Sesame oil; 1 liter Boiling water; 2 tbsp Sesame oil + Vegetable oil

Servings: persons

1
Finely chop the carrots, and slice the onions as thinly as possible.
2
(I recommend cutting into half-circles along the fibers of the onion).
3
Place the carrots and onions in a sieve, toss, pour boiling water and drain (The water will drain out of its own accord if you let it sit).
4
Coat the fresh salmon in salt and pepper, and coat with katakuriko inside a plastic bag.
5
Add about half of the sesame and vegetable oil, and brown them.
6
Lightly wipe the oil rendered from the salmon.
7
Let's prepare the Nanban sauce.
8
Add the vinegar, sugar, and soy sauce to a microwave-safe bowl, and microwave for about 1-1.5 minutes.
9
It is good to go once it has started to lightly boil.
10
Add in the boiled onions and carrots from step 4, and mix in sesame oil.
11
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
12
You can add in the green onions at this stage, or sprinkle them on top as a garnish when finished.
13
Top the salmon with Nanban sauce the freshly cooked piping hot salmon, and it is done.

2589

kcal

Calories

273

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cuts Raw salmon, 2 tbsp Katakuriko, 1 Onion, 1 Carrot, and more.

Yes, Chinese-style Roasted Fresh Salmon in Nanban Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!