Salmon Roe Sushi (Ikura Sushi)

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of traditional Japanese cuisine with Salmon Roe Sushi (Ikura Sushi), a delicacy that brings the ocean's essence straight to your plate. This elegant dish features perfectly seasoned sushi rice, delicately wrapped with crispy nori and crowned with glistening pearls of salmon roe, offering a burst of briny, umami-rich flavor in every bite. Crafting these beautiful sushi morsels involves shaping rice balls by hand, seasoning them with a light rice vinegar blend, and finishing with the luxurious ikura on top. Served alongside soy sauce, pickled ginger, and a dash of wasabi, this recipe is a celebration of simplicity and freshness. Whether you’re hosting a sushi night or craving an authentic taste of Japan, this dish is guaranteed to impress. Perfect for seafood enthusiasts, it’s an easy yet sophisticated addition to any sushi spread.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Sushi rice
• 1.25 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 100 grams Salmon roe (Ikura)
• 2 whole Nori sheets
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Wasabi
• 2 tablespoons Pickled ginger

Directions

Step 1

Rinse 1 cup of sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

Combine the rinsed rice with 1.25 cups of water in a rice cooker. Cook according to your rice cooker's instructions.

Step 3

While the rice cooks, prepare the rice seasoning by mixing 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 0.5 teaspoons of salt in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until the sugar and salt dissolve completely. Remove from heat and let it cool.

Step 4

Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large wooden or glass bowl. Gently fold in the vinegar mixture using a wooden spatula, being careful not to mash the rice. Let the rice cool to room temperature.

Step 5

Meanwhile, cut the nori sheets into strips that are about 1 inch wide and 5 inches long.

Step 6

With wet hands, take a small portion of the cooled rice and shape it into oval-shaped balls, slightly smaller than the size of an egg.

Step 7

Wrap each rice ball's side with a strip of nori, with the shiny side facing outwards. Ensure the nori completely encircles the rice, leaving the top exposed.

Step 8

Fill the top of each rice ball with approximately 10 grams of salmon roe.

Step 9

Garnish the salmon roe sushi with a small dot of wasabi on the roe if desired.

Step 10

Repeat until all the rice has been used.

Step 11

Serve the salmon roe sushi immediately with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(707.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	625.2

Total Fat 14.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 310mg	0%
Sodium 4170.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 84.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g	0%
Total Sugars 13.3g
Protein 34.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 348.1mg	0%
Iron 13.1mg	0%
Potassium 507.7mg	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: 22.0%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 55.2%