1. Fugu Sashimi – This traditional Japanese delicacy is served raw, sliced into thin pieces and often presented as a colorful platter. The main ingredient is thinly-sliced, fresh pufferfish and it’s accompanied by soy sauce and other seasonings.
2. Fugu Chiri – This is a simple but hearty stew prepared with pufferfish, vegetables and soy sauce. The delicate flavor of the fish is enhanced by the different textures and flavors of the vegetables, such as carrots, daikon radish, potatoes and mushrooms.
3. Fugu Katsu – Fugu katsu is a deep-fried dish where pufferfish is coated in batter and deep-fried until crispy. It’s often served with tartar sauce or a sweet and sour sauce for an added kick of flavor.
4. Fugu Tempura – This popular Japanese dish features pufferfish cut into bite-sized pieces and lightly battered with a traditional tempura batter then deep-fried. It’s usually served with a savory dipping sauce and fresh grated daikon radish on top.
5. Sunomono – This refreshing salad combines pufferfish, cucumber, seaweed, and other vegetables in a tangy vinegar and sugar dressing. The flavors of the pufferfish, vegetables and sauce blend together to create a delicious and healthy dish.