Sugar-Free Hand Roll Sushi (Temaki)

Indulge in the fresh, vibrant flavors of Sugar-Free Hand Roll Sushi (Temaki), a healthy twist on a classic Japanese favorite. This delightful recipe is perfect for sushi enthusiasts seeking a low-sugar option without sacrificing taste. Featuring fluffy sushi rice delicately seasoned with rice vinegar and salt instead of sugar, each hand roll is packed with crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, crunchy carrot, and your choice of succulent cooked shrimp or crab meat. The DIY, cone-shaped temaki are fun to assemble, wrapped in nutrient-rich nori sheets for a satisfying bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a light dinner, a creative lunch, or even a sushi-making party! Serve with optional soy sauce and wasabi for an extra burst of flavor. Whether you're hosting guests or enjoying a weeknight treat, these sugar-free hand rolls are sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

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
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 4 sheets Nori sheets
• 0.5 medium Cucumber
• 1 Avocado
• 1 medium Carrot
• 8 ounces Cooked shrimp or crab meat
• 4 tablespoons Soy sauce (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Wasabi paste (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and water in a rice cooker or saucepan. Cook according to your rice cooker's instructions or bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.

Step 2

While the rice is cooking, prepare the rice vinegar mixture. In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar and salt until the salt dissolves.

Step 3

Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl. Gradually fold in the rice vinegar mixture using a wooden spatula or spoon. Be gentle to avoid smashing the grains.

Step 4

Cool the rice to room temperature by spreading it out in the bowl and occasionally flipping it with the spatula.

Step 5

While the rice is cooling, prepare the fillings. Slice the cucumber and carrot into thin matchsticks. Peel and slice the avocado.

Step 6

Cut each nori sheet in half to make eight rectangles.

Step 7

To assemble the temaki, place a half sheet of nori on a clean surface with the shiny side down. Place about 1/4 cup of sushi rice on the left side of the nori, spreading it out diagonally towards the center.

Step 8

Arrange a few pieces of cucumber, carrot, avocado, and seafood diagonally on top of the rice.

Step 9

Moisten the top right corner of the nori with a bit of water to help seal the roll.

Step 10

Starting at the bottom left corner, roll the nori into a cone shape, making sure to wrap tightly so the ingredients don't fall out.

Step 11

Repeat the process with the remaining nori sheets and fillings.

Step 12

Serve the hand rolls immediately with soy sauce and wasabi on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1135.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	858.0

Total Fat 26.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 442.9mg	0%
Sodium 5749.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 5.2g
Protein 71.0g	0%

Vitamin D 405.6IU	0%
Calcium 202.1mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 2039.5mg	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: 26.8%

Protein: 31.9%

Carbs: 41.3%