Recipes: Sake Mary and Gingered Saketini

Makes 1 drink.

Note: For some of us, the first introduction to sake is with a cocktail. From Beth Dooley.

• 2 oz. (1/4 c.) sake, chilled

• 3 oz. tomato juice or bloody Mary mix, chilled

• 1 dash soy sauce, or to taste

• 1/4 tsp. wasabi paste, or to taste

• 1 tsp. fresh lime juice, or to taste

• 1 tsp. chopped fresh cilantro, if desired

Directions

Pour all of the ingredients into a highball glass. Stir and garnish with a cucumber or celery stick. Serve cold.

Nutrition information per serving:

Calories110Fat0 gSodium280 mgCarbohydrates12 gCalcium16 mg

Protein1 gCholesterol0 mgDietary fiber½ g

Diabetic exchanges per serving: None.

Serves 1.

Note: Ginger and lime play off sake's savory-sweetness in a refreshing, balanced drink. From Beth Dooley.

• 2 oz. (1/4 c.) sake

• 1 tbsp. grated fresh ginger

• 2 tsp. fresh lime juice, or to taste

• Sliver of lime, for garnish

Directions

Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Strain into a martini glass and serve garnished with a sliver of ginger.

Nutrition information per serving:

Calories96Fat0 gSodium6 mgSaturated fat0 g

Carbohydrates9 gCalcium6 mg

Protein0 gCholesterol0 mgDietary fiber0 g

Diabetic exchanges per serving: None.