Spicy Tuna Roll Recipe
Tuna mixed with spicy mayo and cucumber.
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Ingredients
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Sushi Rice
Spicy Tuna Filling
Roll Assembly
Method
Prepare Sushi Rice
- 1
Rinse the Rice
Place the sushi rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps to remove excess starch.
- 2
Cook the Rice
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed sushi rice and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes.
- 3
Season the Rice
In a small bowl, mix together rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl, and gently fold in the vinegar mixture using a wooden spoon. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.
Prepare Spicy Tuna Filling
- 4
Prepare the Tuna
Finely dice the sushi-grade tuna and place it in a mixing bowl.
- 5
Mix the Ingredients
Add mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, chopped green onions, sesame oil, and salt to the bowl with tuna. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
Assemble the Rolls
- 6
Prepare the Nori
Lay a bamboo sushi mat on a flat surface and place a sheet of nori, shiny side down, on the mat.
- 7
Add Sushi Rice
With wet hands, spread a thin layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
- 8
Add the Filling
Place a line of the spicy tuna filling across the center of the rice. Add a few slices of cucumber on top of the tuna.
- 9
Roll the Sushi
Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the sushi away from you, applying gentle pressure to keep the roll tight. Seal the edge with a little water.
- 10
Slice and Serve
Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 6-8 pieces. If desired, sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy your spicy tuna roll!