Classic Tuna Rolls

Dive into the art of sushi-making with these irresistible Classic Tuna Rolls, a recipe that brings restaurant-quality sushi straight to your kitchen. Featuring tender slices of sushi-grade tuna, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber, all wrapped in perfectly seasoned sushi rice and nori, these rolls embody the balance of flavors and textures that make sushi so beloved. With just 30 minutes of prep time, you’ll master the technique of rolling sushi using a bamboo mat, creating a dish that’s as fun to prepare as it is to eat. Serve these elegant rolls with soy sauce, a dab of wasabi, and pickled ginger for an authentic and crowd-pleasing Japanese culinary experience. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or enjoying a quiet night in, these homemade sushi rolls promise to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams sushi-grade tuna
• 250 grams sushi rice
• 4 pieces nori sheets
• 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 small cucumber
• 1 medium avocado
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon wasabi
• 4 tablespoons pickled ginger

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Step 2

Cook the rice according to the package instructions.

Step 3

Once cooked, transfer the rice to a large bowl and let it cool slightly.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved.

Step 5

Pour the vinegar mixture over the rice and gently fold until well combined. Let it cool to room temperature.

Step 6

Slice the tuna into long, thin strips suitable for rolling.

Step 7

Peel the cucumber and slice it into thin matchsticks.

Step 8

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, peel, and slice into thin strips.

Step 9

Place a nori sheet shiny side down on a bamboo sushi mat.

Step 10

With wet hands, spread a quarter of the sushi rice evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top edge.

Step 11

Place strips of tuna, cucumber, and avocado along the center of the rice.

Step 12

Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the nori over the filling, pressing lightly to seal.

Step 13

Moisten the top border with a bit of water to seal the roll.

Step 14

Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make four rolls.

Step 15

With a sharp knife, slice each roll into six or eight pieces.

Step 16

Serve the tuna rolls with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(899.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	972.5

Total Fat 24.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 78mg	0%
Sodium 4240.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 121.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 16.1g
Protein 67.8g	0%

Vitamin D 136IU	0%
Calcium 141.1mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 2330.2mg	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: 22.7%

Protein: 27.8%

Carbs: 49.6%