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kampachi tiradito

A Classic Kampachi Tiradito Recipe

One notable version of Kampachi Tiradito draws inspiration from Chef Nobu Matsuhisa. Here’s a simplified recipe based on his iconic approach:
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb sushi-grade kampachi thinly sliced
  • Fresh cilantro leaves
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp yuzu juice
  • Sea salt
  • Rocoto chili paste or substitute with another mild chili paste

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Sauce: Mix lemon juice and yuzu juice in a 2:1 ratio.
  • Arrange the Fish: Lay thin slices of kampachi on a plate, fanning them out for an elegant presentation.
  • Season the Fish: Top each slice with a cilantro leaf, then drizzle the citrus mixture over the fish.
  • Add Chili Dots: Fill a small plastic bag with rocoto chili paste, cut a tiny corner, and add small dots of chili onto each cilantro leaf.
  • Finish with Salt: Sprinkle sea salt over the dish for the final touch.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy the harmony of flavors!