Al’s Signature Roll Recipe
Fried shrimp, avocado, spicy mayo, crab stick, eel sauce
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Ingredients
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Fried Shrimp
Spicy Mayo
Roll Assembly
Method
Preparing the Fried Shrimp
- 1
Prepare the Batter
In a bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add water until the mixture is smooth and slightly thick.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until hot (about 350°F or 175°C).
- 3
Fry the Shrimp
Dip each shrimp into the batter, allowing excess to drip off. Fry in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Making the Spicy Mayo
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice until well combined.
Assembling the Roll
- 5
Prepare the Sushi Rice
Cook the sushi rice according to package instructions. Allow to cool slightly.
- 6
Prepare the Nori
Lay a nori sheet on a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down.
- 7
Add Rice
Wet your hands and take a handful of sushi rice. Spread it evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
- 8
Add Fillings
Lay fried shrimp, sliced avocado, and crab sticks in a line across the center of the rice.
- 9
Roll the Sushi
Using the bamboo mat, carefully lift the edge of the mat and roll the sushi away from you, tucking it tightly as you go. Wet the top edge of the nori to seal the roll.
- 10
Slice and Serve
Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 6-8 pieces. Drizzle with eel sauce and serve with spicy mayo on the side.
