Paleo Nigiri Sushi
Transform your sushi night with this vibrant Paleo Nigiri Sushi recipe—a grain-free twist on the Japanese classic. Featuring tender cauliflower rice seasoned with coconut aminos and rice vinegar, this dish is both flavorful and paleo-friendly. Topped with delicate slices of fresh tuna, salmon, or creamy avocado, and secured with strips of nori, each bite offers a perfect harmony of textures and tastes. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for sushi lovers seeking a low-carb, gluten-free, and dairy-free option without sacrificing the authentic sushi experience. Serve with a side of extra wasabi and coconut aminos for dipping to elevate this creative and healthy take on nigiri.
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Ingredients
- 1 large head Cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons Coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Avocado oil
- 200 grams Fresh tuna
- 200 grams Fresh salmon
- 1 large Avocado
- 2 sheets Nori sheets
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 2 teaspoons Wasabi paste
Directions
Step 1
Cut the cauliflower into small florets and place them in a food processor. Pulse until the cauliflower resembles the texture of rice.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the avocado oil over medium heat. Add the cauliflower rice and sauté for 5-7 minutes or until tender.
Step 3
Remove the cauliflower rice from the heat and stir in coconut aminos, rice vinegar, and sea salt. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
Step 4
Slice the fresh tuna and salmon into thin, bite-sized pieces suitable for nigiri. Ensure all bones are removed.
Step 5
Peel and slice the avocado into thin slices.
Step 6
Cut the nori sheets into strips that are approximately 1 inch wide.
Step 7
Use your hands to shape small oval-shaped balls (nigiri) from the cauliflower rice mixture. Ensure they are compact and firm.
Step 8
Place a thin layer of wasabi paste on top of each cauliflower rice nigiri, and gently press a slice of tuna, salmon, or avocado on top.
Step 9
Wrap a strip of nori around the nigiri, overlapping the ends slightly, and gently press to seal.
Step 10
Repeat the assembly process until all ingredients have been used.
Step 11
Arrange the Paleo Nigiri Sushi on a platter, and serve immediately with extra wasabi and coconut aminos for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1476.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1422.7 |
| Total Fat 82.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g | |
| Cholesterol 186mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3540.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 71.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 31.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.6g | |
| Protein 107.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 1594IU | 0% |
| Calcium 256.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 5357.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories