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Spicy Tuna and Avocado Hand Roll
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 4 sheets nori seaweed
- 8 oz sashimi-grade tuna, diced
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tsp wasabi paste
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook the sushi rice according to package instructions and let it cool.
- In a small bowl, mix the diced tuna with mayonnaise and sriracha sauce.
- Place a sheet of nori on a clean, dry surface. Spread a thin layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
- Spread a spoonful of the spicy tuna mixture across the center of the rice, then add a few slices of avocado on top.
- Roll the nori into a cone shape, starting from the bottom and rolling towards the top to form a hand roll.
- Dip your finger in water and moisten the top edge of the nori to seal the hand roll.
- Repeat with the remaining nori, rice, tuna, and avocado.
- In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce and wasabi paste to make a dipping sauce.
- Sprinkle the hand rolls with sesame seeds and serve with the dipping sauce. Enjoy!
The Spicy Tuna Hand Roll, a beloved staple of Japanese cuisine, has evolved over the years to include the creamy addition of avocado. This fusion of flavors and textures creates a delightful culinary experience. Renowned sushi chefs in California, such as Nobu Matsuhisa, are credited with popularizing this variation, blending traditional Japanese techniques with the influence of California's abundant avocados. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in top sushi restaurants across the United States, where chefs meticulously prepare the spicy tuna and ripe avocado to achieve the perfect balance of heat and creaminess. The key to a stellar Spicy Tuna Hand Roll with avocado lies in sourcing the freshest tuna and perfectly ripe avocados, ensuring a harmonious marriage of flavors in every bite.
15 min
4 hand rolls
250 calories
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