Crunchy Tempura Sushi Roll

Indulge in the irresistible crunch of a homemade Crunchy Tempura Sushi Roll, a fusion of textures and flavors that will elevate your sushi-making game. This recipe combines perfectly seasoned sushi rice, fresh salmon, and creamy avocado, layered with crisp cucumber for a refreshing bite. The star of the dish is the golden tempura flakes, adding a satisfying crunch that takes traditional sushi rolls to the next level. With a drizzle of spicy mayo and classic accompaniments like soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger, every bite is a bold, flavorful adventure. Whether you're a sushi enthusiast or a first-time roller, this crunchy delight is as fun to make as it is to eat! Optimize your sushi night with this unique recipe that's guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Sushi rice
• 2.5 cups Water
• 1/4 cup Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 5 sheets Nori sheets
• 8 ounces Fresh salmon
• 1 Cucumber
• 1 Avocado
• 1 cup Tempura flour
• 1 cup Cold water
• 2 cups Oil for frying
• 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
• 1/4 cup Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Wasabi
• 1 tablespoon Pickled ginger

Directions

Step 1

Start by rinsing 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.

Step 2

While the rice cooks, prepare sushi vinegar by mixing rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan over low heat until the sugar and salt dissolve. Set aside.

Step 3

Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl and gently fold in the sushi vinegar using a wooden spatula. Allow to cool to room temperature.

Step 4

Prepare the tempura batter by mixing tempura flour with cold water until smooth. Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 5

Carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels to make tempura flakes.

Step 6

Slice the salmon into thin strips. Peel and slice the cucumber into thin matchsticks. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, and slice it thin.

Step 7

Lay a bamboo sushi mat on a clean surface and place a sheet of plastic wrap over it. Place a nori sheet, shiny side down, on the plastic wrap.

Step 8

Dampen your hands with water and spread an even layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top edge. Sprinkle with tempura flakes.

Step 9

Carefully flip the nori over so the rice is face down. Place salmon, cucumber, and avocado strips horizontally across the middle of the nori.

Step 10

Using the bamboo mat, roll the sushi tightly, pressing gently with each turn to shape the roll. Repeat with remaining ingredients.

Step 11

In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and sriracha for a spicy mayo sauce.

Step 12

Slice each roll into pieces using a sharp, wet knife and serve with spicy mayo, soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2614.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6445.0

Total Fat 572.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 183.6mg	0%
Sodium 5565.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 288.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.4g	0%
Total Sugars 34.2g
Protein 78.0g	0%

Vitamin D 1292.7IU	0%
Calcium 221.6mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 2611.9mg	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: 77.9%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 17.4%