Thai-inspired Sushi Rolls

Ingredients

While traditional Japanese sushi focuses on simplicity and minimalism, Thai-inspired sushi incorporates a variety of bold flavors and ingredients such as Thai herbs, spices, and sauces. The use of Thai chili, lemongrass, and lime adds a zesty kick to the rolls, giving them a unique and exciting twist. We alse have the original recipe for Sushi, so you can check it out.

• 2 cups (470ml) sushi rice 2 cups (470ml) sushi rice
• 4 nori seaweed sheets 4 nori seaweed sheets
• 1 cucumber, julienned 1 cucumber, julienned
• 1 carrot, julienned 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 red bell pepper, julienned 1 red bell pepper, julienned
• 1 ripe mango, thinly sliced 1 ripe mango, thinly sliced
• 200g cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined 200g cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
• Fresh Thai basil leaves Fresh Thai basil leaves
• Fresh cilantro leaves Fresh cilantro leaves
• Thai sweet chili sauce, for dipping Thai sweet chili sauce, for dipping

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 2g, 0.5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 68g, 8g
• Protein: 8g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Cook the sushi rice according to package instructions and let it cool.
2. 2.
   Place a bamboo sushi mat on a clean surface and lay a sheet of nori on top.
3. 3.
   Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking and evenly spread a thin layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
4. 4.
   Arrange the cucumber, carrot, bell pepper, mango, shrimp, Thai basil leaves, and cilantro in a line across the center of the rice.
5. 5.
   Using the bamboo mat, tightly roll the sushi, applying gentle pressure to ensure it holds together.
6. 6.
   Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients.
7. 7.
   Slice each sushi roll into bite-sized pieces.
8. 8.
   Serve the Thai-inspired sushi rolls with Thai sweet chili sauce for dipping.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Shrimp — Ensure the shrimp is fully cooked before using in the sushi rolls to avoid any foodborne illnesses.

Tips & Tricks

• To add an extra Thai flavor, you can mix a small amount of Thai curry paste with the sushi rice before spreading it on the nori.
• Experiment with different fillings such as Thai-style grilled chicken or marinated tofu for a vegetarian option.
• Serve the sushi rolls with a side of Thai peanut sauce for an additional burst of flavor.
• Use a sharp, wet knife to slice the sushi rolls for clean and neat cuts.
• If you prefer a spicier kick, add a few slices of Thai chili to the filling.

Serving advice

Serve the Thai-inspired sushi rolls as an appetizer or as part of a sushi platter. Garnish with fresh Thai basil leaves and cilantro for an added touch of freshness.

Presentation advice

Arrange the sushi rolls on a platter in an attractive pattern. Drizzle some Thai sweet chili sauce over the rolls for a pop of color and extra flavor. Serve with pickled ginger and wasabi on the side.