Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsUchi ScottsdaleSpicy Crunchy Tuna Recipe

Spicy Crunchy Tuna Recipe

Inspired by Uchi Scottsdale
Time1h
Serves2

Cucumber, avocado, chili

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Ingredients

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Sushi Rice

Tuna Mixture

Vegetables

Toppings

Method

Prepare Sushi Rice

  1. 1

    Rinse the Rice

    Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch.

  2. 2

    Cook the Rice

    In a rice cooker or pot, combine the rinsed rice and water. Cook according to the rice cooker instructions or bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.

  3. 3

    Season the Rice

    Once cooked, transfer the rice to a large bowl. In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Gently fold this mixture into the warm rice. Allow to cool.

Prepare Tuna Mixture

  1. 4

    Mix Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine canned tuna, mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, chili flakes, finely chopped green onion, and sesame oil. Mix until well combined.

Prepare Vegetables

  1. 5

    Slice Vegetables

    Thinly slice the cucumber and avocado. Set aside for assembly.

Assemble the Dish

  1. 6

    Prepare Nori

    Lay a nori sheet on a bamboo sushi mat or a clean surface.

  2. 7

    Spread Rice

    Wet your hands and take a handful of sushi rice. Spread it evenly over the nori, leaving about an inch at the top.

  3. 8

    Add Fillings

    Place a line of the tuna mixture along the center of the rice, then layer cucumber and avocado slices on top.

  4. 9

    Roll the Sushi

    Using the mat, roll the sushi tightly from the bottom to the top, pressing gently to ensure it holds together.

  5. 10

    Slice the Roll

    With a sharp knife, slice the roll into bite-sized pieces. Clean the knife between cuts for clean edges.

Serve

  1. 11

    Garnish and Serve

    Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of the sushi rolls and serve with soy sauce on the side.

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