Vibrant curls of buttery lobster lay elegantly on a winter citrus salad that adds a pop of color with bright oranges, deep reds, and lush greens. A sprinkle of sesame seeds adds a final touch of contrast, making the dish a feast to the eyes.

Mediterranean Lobster Sashimi with Winter Citrus Salad

Name: Mediterranean Lobster Sashimi with Winter Citrus Salad
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: whole lobster, 2 steamed and meat extracted; large oranges, 2 finely shredded zest and segmented; large blood oranges, 2 segmented; grated ginger, 1 tablespoon; soy sauce, 2 teaspoons; Greek olive oil, 2 tablespoons; fennel bulb, 1 medium thinly sliced; fresh mint leaves, 1/4 cup coarsely; fresh parsley leaf, 1/4 cup coarsely torn; sesame seeds, 1 tablespoon toasted

Category Main Course

Prep 30 minutes

Cook 10 minutes

Style Fusion

Technique Steaming

Diet Friendly Mediterranean

Daily Recipe: December 11, 2025

This recipe introduces a unique blend of Mediterranean Diet with a Japanese twist, featuring the citrus-lobster combo and seasonal winter ingredients to create a vibrant, savory, and umami experience.

Ingredients (for 2)

Whole lobster - 2 - steamed and meat extracted
Large oranges - 2 - finely shredded zest and segmented
Large blood oranges - 2 - segmented
Grated ginger - 1 tablespoon
Soy sauce - 2 teaspoons
Greek olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Fennel bulb - 1 medium - thinly sliced
Fresh mint leaves - 1/4 cup - coarsely
Fresh parsley leaf - 1/4 cup - coarsely torn
Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon - toasted

Preparation

Step 1 - 🍊💧⏰

Steep the finely shredded zest from 2 large oranges in hot water for 5 minutes, then strain.
Step 2 - 🥣🥢🌡️

Combine 2 teaspoons of soy sauce, steamed orange zest, and 1 tablespoon of grated ginger in a bowl. Mix well, then refrigerate it for at least 2 hours to infuse flavors.
Step 3 - 🍊🥗🥣

In a large bowl, combine the segmented oranges, including blood oranges, thinly sliced fennel bulb, 1/4 cup of coarsely torn mint leaves, and parsley. Toss gently with 2 tablespoons of Greek olive oil.
Step 4 - 🦞🔪🍽️

Thinly slice the steamed and meat extracted from 2 whole lobsters and arrange it on the plates. Top it with the citrus salad.
Step 5 - 🥣🦞💦

Drizzle the refrigerated soy-ginger mix over the lobsters.
Step 6 - 🌱🔪🍽️

Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds on top. Serve immediately.

Additional

The fusion of Mediterranean seafood diet and Japanese sashimi artfully marries the rich umami flavour of lobster with the vibrant citrus salad. You can replace the lobster with crab or scallop as per availability and preference. The plating is flexible and creativity is encouraged for that Instagram-worthy shot!