Soy-Free Temaki (Hand Roll Sushi)

Elevate your sushi night with this vibrant and allergy-friendly recipe for Soy-Free Temaki (Hand Roll Sushi). Perfect for sushi lovers avoiding soy, this customizable dish swaps traditional soy sauce for a tasty soy-free alternative like coconut aminos. Featuring tender sushi rice seasoned with a tangy-sweet rice vinegar blend, crisp matchstick vegetables, creamy avocado, and your choice of cooked shrimp or chicken, these hand rolls are as nutritious as they are delicious. Wrapped in nori sheets and sprinkled with sesame seeds, each cone-shaped roll is a fun, hands-on dining experience that’s both visually stunning and packed with fresh flavors. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is perfect for a DIY sushi night or as an impressive appetizer. Serve with pickled ginger and a wasabi kick for the ultimate sushi experience—no soy required!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Sushi rice
• 2.5 cups Water
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 6 sheets Nori sheets
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 large Avocado
• 200 grams Cooked shrimp or cooked chicken (soy-free seasoning)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 0.25 cup Soy-free tamari alternative (e.g., coconut aminos)
• 1 teaspoon Wasabi paste (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Pickled ginger (optional, ensure soy-free)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and ensures the rice cooks properly.

Step 2

Transfer the rinsed rice to a pot and add 2.5 cups of water. Bring it to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 18-20 minutes. Once cooked, turn off the heat and let it rest, covered, for 10 minutes.

Step 3

While the rice is cooking, prepare the seasoning by mixing the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until the sugar and salt dissolve completely. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 4

Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture. Use a wooden spoon and avoid smashing the rice. Let it cool to room temperature.

Step 5

Slice the cucumber and carrot into thin matchsticks. Cut the avocado into thin slices.

Step 6

If using cooked shrimp or chicken, ensure they are seasoned with soy-free seasonings and sliced into bite-sized pieces.

Step 7

Cut each nori sheet in half horizontally, so you have 12 pieces of nori in total.

Step 8

To assemble, take one piece of nori (shiny side down) and place it in the palm of your hand. Add a small scoop of seasoned sushi rice to one side of the nori, pressing gently to form a base.

Step 9

Add a few slices of cucumber, carrot, avocado, and your chosen protein (shrimp or chicken) on top of the rice. Sprinkle with sesame seeds for extra flavor.

Step 10

Optional: Add a small dab of wasabi on the filling or serve it on the side.

Step 11

Fold the nori sheet into a cone shape, wrapping it tightly to form a hand roll. The rice and fillings should be secure inside.

Step 12

Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients to make additional hand rolls.

Step 13

Serve immediately with a side of soy-free tamari alternative (like coconut aminos) and pickled ginger, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1807.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1317.7

Total Fat 39.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 390.6mg	0%
Sodium 3299.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 178.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.0g	0%
Total Sugars 24.7g
Protein 69.5g	0%

Vitamin D 357.6IU	0%
Calcium 244.7mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 2663.5mg	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: 26.1%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 53.2%