Homemade Spicy Tuna Roll

Ingredients

• 200g (7 oz) fresh tuna, sashimi-grade 200g (7 oz) fresh tuna, sashimi-grade
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
• 1 cucumber, julienned 1 cucumber, julienned
• 4 sheets of nori (seaweed) 4 sheets of nori (seaweed)
• 2 cups (470ml) sushi rice, cooked and seasoned 2 cups (470ml) sushi rice, cooked and seasoned
• Soy sauce, for serving Soy sauce, for serving
• Wasabi, for serving Wasabi, for serving
• Pickled ginger, for serving Pickled ginger, for serving

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 8g, 1.5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 32g, 2g
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and Sriracha sauce to create the spicy mayo.
2. 2.
   Slice the fresh tuna into thin strips.
3. 3.
   Lay a bamboo sushi mat on a clean surface and place a sheet of nori on top.
4. 4.
   Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking, then evenly spread a thin layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving a small border at the top.
5. 5.
   Flip the nori sheet over so that the rice is facing down.
6. 6.
   Spread a thin layer of spicy mayo over the nori.
7. 7.
   Arrange the cucumber strips and tuna slices in a line across the nori, slightly below the center.
8. 8.
   Using the bamboo mat, roll the nori tightly, applying gentle pressure to ensure a compact roll.
9. 9.
   Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients.
10. 10.
    Once all the rolls are prepared, use a sharp knife to slice them into bite-sized pieces.
11. 11.
    Serve the Homemade Spicy Tuna Rolls with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Tuna — Ensure you use fresh, sashimi-grade tuna for the best flavor and texture.
• Nori — Make sure the nori sheets are dry and crisp before using them to prevent tearing.
• Sushi rice — Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove excess starch and achieve a sticky texture.
• Spicy mayo — Adjust the amount of Sriracha sauce according to your desired level of spiciness.
• Bamboo sushi mat — Use a bamboo sushi mat to roll the ingredients tightly and create a compact roll.

Tips & Tricks

• To enhance the flavor, marinate the tuna in soy sauce and sesame oil for a few minutes before assembling the roll.
• For a vegetarian version, substitute the tuna with avocado or marinated tofu.
• Experiment with different fillings such as tempura shrimp or crab meat for variation.
• Wetting your knife with water before slicing will prevent the rice from sticking.
• Serve the Homemade Spicy Tuna Roll with a side of miso soup for a complete Japanese meal.

Serving advice

Serve the Homemade Spicy Tuna Roll as an appetizer, part of a sushi platter, or as a light lunch. Arrange the sliced rolls on a platter and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped scallions for an attractive presentation.

Presentation advice

To present the Homemade Spicy Tuna Roll beautifully, arrange the sliced rolls in a circular pattern on a rectangular sushi plate. Garnish with thin slices of fresh cucumber and a drizzle of spicy mayo. Serve with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger on the side.