Akamutsu Shioyaki
Grilled Blackthroat Seaperch with Salt
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Japanese dishes.
What it is
A luxurious and highly prized fatty white fish (Blackthroat Seaperch, also known as Nodoguro), grilled simply with salt to highlight its natural rich flavor and delicate texture. Served without any high-carb sauces or side dishes.
Key ingredients
Akamutsu (blackthroat seaperch), sea salt, a touch of neutral cooking oil (e.g., rice bran oil) for grilling.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sweet glaze or traditional dipping sauces are used. Request it served plain, with just a lemon wedge if desired. Omit grated daikon radish if served as a standard garnish.
Say this to the waiter (Japanese)
のどぐろ塩焼きは、甘いタレやつけだれなしでお願いします。レモンと塩のみで、大根おろしも不要です。
For the Akamutsu Shioyaki, please no sweet glaze or dipping sauces. Just plain, with a lemon wedge. No grated daikon.
Watch out for
Grated daikon (small amount, usually low risk), hidden sugar in any accompanying dipping sauces if not specified sugar-free.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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