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Japanese Poisonous Fugu Fish Recipe

Fugu, a puffer fish delicacy in Japan, is renowned for its potential danger if not prepared correctly. Certain organs of the fish contain tetrodotoxin, a potent poison, and must be carefully removed to ensure the meat is safe for consumption.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 1 Yield
Calories 65 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Fugu or puffer fish
  • Salt

Instructions
 

  • Peel the fish skin carefully by forming a cut around the mouth. This fish has no scales.
  • Using salt, thoroughly and delicately wash the fish and remove the eyes during the process.
  • Gut the fish using a sharp knife. It’s extremely important to be extra careful around the liver and the ovary region. A slight cut will make the poison escape out of the fish. 
  • On a clean board, cut along the bone and form rectangular slices.
  • To prepare stew, cut the head into pieces and boil.

Nutrition

Calories: 65kcalCarbohydrates: 0.16gProtein: 16gFat: 0.25g
Keyword Japanese Poisonous Fugu Fish Recipe
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