Wagyu Gunkan recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Aug 04 2026
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Wagyu Gunkan Recipe

Inspired by Uchiko Houston
Time45m
Serves2

Pickled jalapeno, red onion

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Ingredients

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Wagyu Gunkan Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Sushi Rice

    Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, let it cool slightly and season with a mixture of rice vinegar, sugar, and salt.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Wagyu Beef

    Slice the Wagyu beef into thin strips. Lightly sear the beef in a hot skillet for about 20 seconds on each side for medium-rare. Remove from heat and let it rest.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Finely slice the pickled jalapenos and the red onion. Set aside.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Gunkan

    Cut the nori sheets into strips about 2 inches wide. Form small oval shapes with the sushi rice and wrap the nori around the rice, leaving the top exposed. Top each rice gunkan with a slice of Wagyu beef, a few jalapeno slices, and some red onion. Drizzle with soy sauce and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Plate the Wagyu Gunkan and serve with wasabi on the side.

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