Tuna-sushi Recipe
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Ingredients
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Sushi Rice
Tuna Filling
Sushi Assembly
Method
Preparing Sushi Rice
- 1
Rinse the Rice
In a fine mesh strainer, rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming gummy.
- 2
Cook the Rice
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed sushi rice and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.
- 3
Season the Rice
Once the rice is cooked, remove it from heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes. In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Gently fold this mixture into the rice using a wooden spoon or rice paddle to season it. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.
Preparing Tuna Filling
- 4
Mix Tuna Filling
In a medium bowl, combine drained canned tuna, mayonnaise, soy sauce, wasabi paste, and chopped green onion. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
Assembling Sushi Rolls
- 5
Prepare Nori Sheets
Lay a bamboo sushi mat on a flat surface and place a sheet of nori, shiny side down, on the mat.
- 6
Spread Sushi Rice
With wet hands, take about 1 cup of prepared sushi rice and evenly spread it over the nori, leaving about 1 inch at the top edge free of rice.
- 7
Add Tuna Filling
Place a line of tuna filling across the center of the rice-covered nori.
- 8
Roll the Sushi
Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the sushi away from you, pressing gently but firmly as you roll. Roll it tightly to ensure the filling is secure.
- 9
Slice and Serve
Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 6-8 pieces. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top if desired. Serve with pickled ginger and soy sauce.
