Spicy Tuna Roll Recipe
Chopped Tuna with Green Onions, Cucumber & Chili
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Ingredients
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Sushi Rice
Tuna Mixture
For Rolling
Method
Prepare Sushi Rice
- 1
Rinse Sushi Rice
Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- 2
Cook Rice
Combine rinsed sushi rice and water in a rice cooker and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- 3
Season Rice
Once cooked, transfer rice to a bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a separate bowl, then fold into the warm rice. Allow to cool.
Prepare Tuna Mixture
- 4
Mix Ingredients
In a bowl, combine chopped tuna, green onions, cucumber, chili sauce, and sesame oil. Mix well.
Assemble Rolls
- 5
Prepare Nori
Lay a nori sheet on a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down.
- 6
Add Rice
Wet your hands and grab a handful of sushi rice, then spread it evenly over the nori, leaving about 1 inch at the top edge.
- 7
Add Filling
Place a line of the tuna mixture along the center of the rice.
- 8
Roll Sushi
Using the mat, carefully roll the sushi away from you, pressing gently to form a tight roll. Seal the edge with a little water.
- 9
Slice Rolls
Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 6-8 pieces. Wipe the knife with a damp cloth between cuts.
Serve
- 10
Presentation
Serve the spicy tuna rolls with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi on the side.
