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Spicy Tuna Roll
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 2 cups sushi rice
- 4 sheets nori (seaweed)
- 1/2 lb fresh tuna, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 1 cucumber, julienned
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- Soy sauce, for serving
- Pickled ginger, for serving
- Wasabi, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the sushi rice according to package instructions and let it cool.
- In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and sriracha sauce to make spicy mayo.
- Lay a bamboo sushi mat on a clean surface and place a sheet of nori on top, shiny side down.
- With wet hands, spread a thin layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
- Spread a thin layer of spicy mayo over the rice.
- Arrange the tuna, cucumber, and avocado in a line across the center of the rice.
- Using the bamboo mat, roll the sushi tightly, starting from the edge closest to you.
- Sprinkle the top of the roll with sesame seeds and gently press to adhere.
- Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 6-8 pieces.
- Serve the spicy tuna rolls with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi.
- Enjoy your homemade spicy tuna rolls!
The Spicy Tuna Roll is a popular sushi dish that originated in the United States in the 1980s. It is a fusion of traditional Japanese sushi and American flavors, featuring a filling of spicy tuna mixed with mayonnaise and wrapped in seaweed and rice. The dish gained popularity in sushi restaurants across the country and has since become a staple on sushi menus worldwide. Chefs like Nobu Matsuhisa and Masaharu Morimoto have helped popularize the Spicy Tuna Roll, and it is now a favorite among sushi enthusiasts. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in high-quality sushi restaurants that use fresh, high-grade tuna and expertly balanced spicy mayo. The key to a great Spicy Tuna Roll lies in the quality of the tuna and the perfect balance of heat and creaminess in the spicy mayo. Some alternative methods for making this dish include using different types of spicy sauces or adding crunchy toppings for texture.
15 min
4 rolls
250 calories
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