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Japanese Wasabi Marinade Recipe

Elevate your seafood and meat dishes with this vibrant Japanese Wasabi Marinade! Perfect for chops, steaks, swordfish, tempeh, and tuna, this tangy marinade delivers a burst of flavor without overpowering your ingredients. Note: Adding vinegar to powdered wasabi reduces its heat. For the signature wasabi kick, serve with a side of thinned wasabi paste.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 202.1 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Japanese Wasabi Marinade

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How to Make Japanese Wasabi Marinade

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and grated garlic.
  2. Add wasabi powder (or paste – see note below), honey, and lemon juice. Whisk until well combined.
  3. Place your chosen protein (chops, steaks, swordfish, tempeh, or tuna fillets) in a resealable bag or shallow dish.
  4. Pour the marinade over the protein, ensuring it's fully coated.
  5. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for maximum flavor.
  6. Remove the protein from the marinade and cook according to your preferred method (grilling, pan-frying, baking).
  7. Note: If using wasabi powder, the heat will be milder than using wasabi paste. For a stronger wasabi flavor, use wasabi paste and serve extra wasabi paste thinned with water on the side.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

167 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

1g

Carbs

4g

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