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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cleaning the Amaebi
Begin by rinsing the amaebi under cold water to remove any impurities. Gently pat them dry with a paper towel.
- 2
Removing the Shell
Carefully peel the amaebi, starting from the head and working your way down to the tail. Make sure to leave the tail intact for presentation.
- 3
Deveining
Using a sharp knife, make a shallow incision along the back of the amaebi to remove the dark vein. Rinse again under cold water.
Serving
- 4
Arranging the Amaebi
On a serving plate, place a bed of ice to keep the amaebi chilled. Arrange the cleaned amaebi on top of the ice.
- 5
Garnishing
Place shiso leaves around the amaebi. Serve with a small bowl of soy sauce and a dab of wasabi on the side.
- 6
Final Touch
Add lemon wedges on the plate for an extra flavor boost. Enjoy the amaebi fresh!
