Dragon Roll Recipe
Avocado on the outside with shrimp tempura and eel on the inside.
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Ingredients
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Sushi Rice
Fillings
Garnish
Method
Prepare Sushi Rice
- 1
Rinse and Cook the Rice
Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rinsed rice and water in a rice cooker and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- 2
Season the Rice
Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl. In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt over low heat until dissolved. Pour the mixture over the rice and fold gently to combine. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.
Prepare Fillings
- 3
Prepare Shrimp Tempura
If not already cooked, prepare shrimp tempura according to package instructions or your preferred recipe. Allow to cool slightly.
- 4
Slice Eel and Avocado
Slice the cooked eel into thin strips and slice the avocado in half, removing the pit, and cutting it into thin slices.
Assemble the Dragon Roll
- 5
Lay Out Nori
Place a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down.
- 6
Spread Sushi Rice
Wet your hands to prevent sticking. Take a handful of sushi rice and spread it evenly over the nori, leaving about 1 inch at the top edge.
- 7
Add Fillings
Place the shrimp tempura and sliced eel in a line along the center of the rice. Add a few slices of avocado on top.
- 8
Roll the Sushi
Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the sushi away from you, tucking the ingredients in tightly. Continue rolling until you reach the top edge of the nori. Moisten the edge with a little water to seal.
- 9
Slice the Roll
Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 6-8 pieces. Clean the knife with a damp cloth between cuts for clean edges.
Garnish and Serve
- 10
Garnish
Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top of the roll for garnish.
- 11
Serve
Plate the dragon rolls and serve with soy sauce and wasabi on the side.