Caterpillar Roll Sushi

Transform your sushi night with this vibrant and delicious Caterpillar Roll Sushi recipe – a feast for the eyes and the taste buds! This iconic sushi roll gets its name from the thinly sliced avocado layered on top, resembling the segmented body of a caterpillar. With a delectable combination of creamy avocado, tender unagi (eel) or shrimp, crisp cucumber, and imitation crab encased in seasoned sushi rice and nori, each bite is a perfect harmony of flavors and textures. Topped with a drizzle of sweet and savory unagi sauce and a sprinkle of nutty sesame seeds, this sushi roll is as fun to make as it is to eat. Perfect for a homemade sushi night, this step-by-step recipe will guide you through assembling a sushi roll worthy of any Japanese restaurant. Pair it with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi for the ultimate sushi experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup Sushi rice
• 1.25 cups Water
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 Nori (seaweed sheets)
• 1 Avocado
• 0.5 Cucumber
• 2 pieces Unagi (eel) or cooked shrimp
• 2 tablespoons Unagi sauce (eel sauce)
• 2 Imitation crab sticks
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
• 1 sheet Plastic wrap
• 1 Bamboo sushi mat

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine rice and water in a rice cooker and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions. If using a stovetop, bring rice and water to a boil, then cover and simmer on low for 18-20 minutes. Let the rice rest for 10 minutes after cooking.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt over low heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Drizzle the mixture over the cooked sushi rice and gently fold it in to evenly coat the grains. Cover the rice with a damp towel and set aside to cool to room temperature.

Step 3

Prepare the ingredients for the filling: Slice the avocado lengthwise, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Cut it into thin slices. Peel and seed the cucumber, then cut it into thin matchstick-sized pieces. Gently warm the unagi (if using) and cut into strips if not pre-sliced.

Step 4

Lay a sheet of plastic wrap over your bamboo sushi mat. Place a sheet of nori shiny-side down on top of the plastic wrap.

Step 5

Spread an even layer of sushi rice on the nori, covering the entire sheet. Wet your hands frequently with water to prevent sticking. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the rice for added flavor.

Step 6

Carefully flip the nori sheet so the rice side faces down. Place cucumber, imitation crab sticks, and unagi (or shrimp) horizontally across the center of the nori.

Step 7

Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the nori into a tight cylinder, applying gentle pressure to shape the roll evenly. Remove the plastic wrap and set the roll aside.

Step 8

Fan out the avocado slices and arrange them neatly over the top of the roll. Cover the roll with plastic wrap and use the bamboo mat to gently press the slices onto the roll, making them adhere.

Step 9

Remove the plastic wrap and transfer the roll to a cutting board. Use a sharp knife dipped in water to cut the roll into 6-8 even pieces.

Step 10

Drizzle unagi sauce over the top of the sliced roll and sprinkle with additional sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1145.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1120.0

Total Fat 47.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 343.2mg	0%
Sodium 2381.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 118.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 33.2g
Protein 55.4g	0%

Vitamin D 1584IU	0%
Calcium 137.7mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 1658.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.9%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 42.3%