Jul 13 2026
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Yellowtail Collar Recipe

Inspired by Izakaya 88
Time30m
Serves2

Yellowtail collar seared. The collar has juicy flavor that is complimented by our ponzu sauce.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Ponzu Sauce

Method

Preparation of Yellowtail Collar

  1. 1

    Season the Fish

    Sprinkle the yellowtail collars with salt and black pepper evenly on both sides.

  2. 2

    Preheat the Grill or Pan

    Preheat your grill or a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until hot.

  3. 3

    Sear the Collar

    Place the seasoned yellowtail collars skin-side down on the grill or skillet. Sear for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden.

  4. 4

    Flip and Cook

    Carefully flip the collars and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Preparation of Ponzu Sauce

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, citrus juice, rice vinegar, mirin, and dashi stock. Stir well to mix thoroughly.

  2. 6

    Add Green Onions and Sesame Oil

    Add finely chopped green onions and sesame oil to the mixture. Stir again to combine.

  3. 7

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the ponzu sauce and adjust the seasonings as needed. You can add more citrus for acidity or soy sauce for saltiness.

Serving

  1. 8

    Serve the Dish

    Place the seared yellowtail collars on a serving plate and drizzle with ponzu sauce. Serve immediately with extra ponzu on the side.

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