Dairy-Free Gunkan Maki

Elevate your sushi game with this vibrant and satisfying Dairy-Free Gunkan Maki recipe, a plant-based twist on the classic that’s perfect for vegans and sushi lovers alike. Featuring perfectly seasoned, tender sushi rice wrapped in crisp nori sheets and topped with a creamy avocado blend infused with zesty lemon juice and a hint of wasabi, this recipe delivers bold flavors in every bite. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added crunch and served with soy sauce for dipping, these elegant sushi bites are as beautiful as they are delicious. With just 20 minutes of prep time and no dairy in sight, these gunkan maki rolls are ideal for entertaining guests, a light lunch, or an impressive appetizer.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Sushi rice
• 1.25 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 sheets Nori sheets
• 1 large Avocado
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Wasabi paste
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

Combine the rinsed rice and 1.25 cups of water in a pot and let it soak for 30 minutes, if possible.

Step 3

Bring the rice to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.

Step 4

Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for another 10 minutes to steam.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture, ensuring not to mash the rice grains. Let it cool to room temperature.

Step 7

While the rice is cooling, prepare the avocado topping by mashing the avocado in a bowl with the lemon juice and wasabi paste until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Cut each nori sheet into 4 equal strips.

Step 9

With wet hands, shape 2 tablespoon-sized portions of rice into small oval shapes about 1 inch high and 1.5 inches wide.

Step 10

Wrap a strip of nori around each rice ball, using a grain of rice to seal the ends of the nori together if necessary.

Step 11

Spoon a small amount of avocado mixture on top of the rice, gently pressing to ensure it stays on.

Step 12

Sprinkle with sesame seeds for garnish.

Step 13

Serve the gunkan maki immediately with soy sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(800.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	753.8

Total Fat 35.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2596.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 98.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.7g	0%
Total Sugars 15.2g
Protein 15.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 76.5mg	0%
Iron 3.6mg	0%
Potassium 1312.7mg	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: 41.5%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 50.8%