Jul 14 2026

Yellowtail Crudo Recipe

Time20m
Serves2

thinly sliced yellowtail, serrano, cilantro, citrus ponzu sauce (*contains raw fish)

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Ingredients

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Fish

Vegetables

Sauce

Method

Preparation of Ingredients

  1. 1

    Prepare the Yellowtail

    Using a sharp knife, thinly slice the yellowtail fillet into sashimi-style pieces, about 1/4 inch thick. Arrange them on a chilled plate in a single layer.

  2. 2

    Slice the Serrano Pepper

    Remove the stem from the serrano pepper and slice it thinly. If you prefer less heat, remove the seeds before slicing.

  3. 3

    Chop the Cilantro

    Rinse the cilantro under cold water to remove any dirt. Pat dry with a paper towel and roughly chop the leaves.

Making the Citrus Ponzu Sauce

  1. 4

    Combine Sauce Ingredients

    In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, yuzu juice, rice vinegar, mirin, and sesame oil until well combined.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Assemble the Dish

    Drizzle the citrus ponzu sauce over the sliced yellowtail. Scatter the thinly sliced serrano pepper and chopped cilantro on top of the fish for garnish.

  2. 6

    Serve

    Serve immediately, optionally with additional ponzu sauce on the side for dipping.

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