Hotate Kaiware Wasabi-Ae

Hotate Kaiware Wasabi-Ae is a refreshing Japanese-style appetizer featuring delicate scallops, crisp kaiware sprouts, and a light wasabi dressing. Balanced with soy sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil, this elegant dish offers a fresh, savory taste with a subtle kick of wasabi.

SERVES: 4	CUISINE: JAPANESCE
PREP: 10 MINS	COOK: 5 MINS

Ingredients: 

• 8 oz sashimi-grade sea scallops
•  1 pack kaiware daikon sprouts
• 2 tsp wasabi or to taste
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds.

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Scallops
Keep the scallops refrigerated until ready to use. Remove the small side muscle, pat the scallops dry, and carefully cut them into thin slices.

2. Prepare the Kaiware
Trim away the roots from the kaiware sprouts and rinse them gently with cold water. Drain well and pat dry to prevent excess moisture from diluting the dressing.

3. Prepare the Wasabi Dressing
Combine wasabi, soy sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil in a small bowl. Mix thoroughly until smooth and evenly combined.

4. Combine the Ingredients
Place the sliced scallops and kaiware in a chilled bowl. Add the dressing gradually and gently fold everything together until the ingredients are lightly coated. Avoid overmixing to preserve the delicate texture of the scallops.

5. Serve
Transfer the dressed scallops and kaiware to chilled serving plates. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and serve immediately for the freshest flavor and texture.