Octopus Sashimi

Making octopus sashimi at home has never been easier. Learn about ideas for preparing octopus sashimi, proper sashimi slicing techniques, and creative presentation and garnishing for sashimi dishes, including fresh wasabi, sesame dipping sauce, ginger, soy sauce, soy yuzu citrus ponzu, and more!

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Octopus sashimi (tako sashimi, tako means Octopus in Japanese) is a Japanese delicacy, offers a unique combination of flavor and texture.

We will help with preparation, sauces, condiments and serving suggestions. Whether you’re a seasoned sashimi enthusiast or a newcomer, get ready to discover the world of octopus sashimi.

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Why this recipe works

• Octopus sashimi offers a distinct, delicate seafood flavor with a slightly sweet and briny undertone.
• Sashimi is a healthy, low-calorie source of lean protein, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a nutritious meal.
• Crafting octopus sashimi (Japanese tako sashimi) at home allows for creative culinary exploration, from perfecting slicing techniques to experimenting with unique presentations and accompaniments.

Ingredients

Octopus: Pre-cooked. Unlike most sushi preparations which require sushi grade or sashimi grade fish, Octopus is generally pre-cooked for sashimi preparation (not raw Octopus).

Instructions

• Slice octopus into thin slices (sashimi style, about ¼ inch thick or your preference). Slices should be rectangular shape.
• Octopus Nigiri: Service sliced octopus over oval size mound of sushi rice.

Octopus sashimi dipping sauces and garnishes

Soy Citrus Yuzu Ponzu Sauce

• Mix soy sauce and citrus yuzu ponzu sauce for a delicious dipping sauce. They can also be used as separate dipping sauces. If you would like to make garlic ponzu sauce, you can add a pinch of pressed or finely minced garlic to your ponzu. This garlic ponzu sauce was made popular by the famous Japanese restaurant Nobu.

Soy Sauce with Wasabi and Lemon

• Mix soy sauce, wasabi and lemon juice for a delicious dipping sauce. The lemon juice is not traditional but it adds a nice tart flavor.

Garlic Ponzu Sauce

If you would like to make garlic ponzu sauce, you can add a pinch of pressed or finely minced garlic to your ponzu.

Sesame Oil Dipping Sauce

Mix kosher salt, sesame oil and sesame seeds for a rich umami dipping sauce.

Chogochujang or Chojang

Combine Gochujang (hot pepper paste), minced garlic, honey, vinegar, chopped green onion, and kosher salt in a mixing bowl to create a flavorful and slightly spicy sauce.

Other Sashimi Dipping Sauce Ideas:

• Sriracha Mayo
• Bang Bang Sauce
• Spicy Homemade Chili Crisp 
• Eel Sauce

Optional Garnishes

• Wasabi and pickled ginger may also be served as a side.

Octopus sashimi calories

The number of calories in 1 ounce of octopus sashimi is approximately 23 calories. This value can vary based on factors like preparation methods and accompanying sauces or condiments.

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