Crunch Spicy Tuna Roll Recipe
spicy tuna, cucumber, and nori topped with spicy mayo, sushi sauce, fried onions, and sesame seeds
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Ingredients
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Sushi Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare Sushi 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. Once cooked, let it cool slightly.
- 2
Make Spicy Tuna Mix
In a mixing bowl, combine canned tuna with mayonnaise, sriracha, and a pinch of salt. Adjust the amount of sriracha to your desired spice level.
- 3
Prepare Cucumber
Peel and julienne the cucumber into thin strips.
- 4
Assemble the Roll
On a bamboo sushi mat, place a sheet of nori shiny side down. Wet your hands and take a handful of sushi rice, spreading it evenly over the nori, leaving a small border at the top. Place a line of spicy tuna mix and cucumber strips in the center of the rice.
- 5
Roll the Sushi
Using the bamboo mat, roll the sushi tightly away from you, applying gentle pressure. Seal the edge of the nori with a little water.
- 6
Slice the Roll
Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 6-8 pieces. Clean the knife with a damp cloth after each cut for cleaner slices.
- 7
Top and Serve
Drizzle spicy mayo and sushi sauce over the top of the sliced rolls. Sprinkle with fried onions and sesame seeds before serving.