High Protein Sushi Roll with Eel Sauce

Elevate your sushi night with this High Protein Sushi Roll with Eel Sauce—a wholesome and satisfying twist on traditional Japanese cuisine. Packed with protein-rich ingredients like tender shrimp, silky egg strips, and creamy avocado, this recipe is perfectly balanced by the tangy sweetness of homemade eel sauce. The sushi rice, seasoned with a delicate blend of rice vinegar, sugar, and salt, provides the ideal base for layers of fresh cucumber and other vibrant fillings, all wrapped in crisp nori sheets. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make sushi roll is drizzled with umami-rich eel sauce and finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for a show-stopping finish. Perfect for sushi lovers seeking a high-protein, nutrient-packed meal, this dish is as enjoyable to make as it is to eat!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup Sushi rice
• 1.25 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 Large eggs
• 6 Cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 0.5 Cucumber, julienned
• 0.5 Avocado, sliced
• 2 Nori (seaweed sheets)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Mirin
• 1 tablespoon Sugar (for eel sauce)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the rice and water to a rice cooker and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions. Alternatively, cook in a pot on the stove by bringing to a boil and then simmering covered for 15 minutes.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large mixing bowl, gently folding in the vinegar mixture while the rice is still warm. Set aside to cool.

Step 5

In a small non-stick skillet, beat the eggs and make a thin omelette. Let it cool and then slice into long, thin strips.

Step 6

Prepare the eel sauce by combining soy sauce, mirin, and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer the mixture for about 5 minutes until thickened, then allow it to cool.

Step 7

To assemble the sushi, place a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down.

Step 8

Spread a thin, even layer of prepared sushi rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch gap at the top edge.

Step 9

Layer cucumber, avocado, shrimp, and egg strips horizontally across the center of the rice.

Step 10

Using the bamboo mat for guidance, carefully roll the nori into a tight sushi roll. Seal the edge with a small dab of water if needed.

Step 11

Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 6-8 pieces. Wipe the knife with a damp cloth between cuts to ensure clean slices.

Step 12

Drizzle the prepared eel sauce over the rolls and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Step 13

Serve immediately and enjoy your high-protein sushi rolls!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1353.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1292.7

Total Fat 29.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 1368.0mg	0%
Sodium 3233.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 118.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g	0%
Total Sugars 42.3g
Protein 147.1g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 337.1mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 2202.9mg	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: 19.8%

Protein: 44.5%

Carbs: 35.7%