Sushi Roll with Eel Sauce

Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet, savory, and umami with our irresistible Sushi Roll with Eel Sauce recipe. Crafted with tender sushi rice, fresh slices of cucumber and avocado, and imitation crab, these homemade sushi rolls are wrapped in nori for a classic touch. What sets this recipe apart is the rich, velvety eel sauce, made from a simple combination of soy sauce, mirin, and sugar, creating a luxurious glaze that elevates every bite. Ideal for sushi enthusiasts, this recipe guides you through mastering the art of rolling sushi with a bamboo mat, making it beginner-friendly yet impressive enough for special occasions. Whether you're hosting a sushi night or craving a restaurant-style treat, this delightful dish is sure to become a go-to favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Sushi rice
• 2.5 cups Water
• 0.25 cup Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 4 sheets Seaweed sheets (nori)
• 8 sticks Imitation crab sticks
• 1 Cucumber
• 1 Avocado
• 0.5 cup Soy sauce
• 0.5 cup Mirin
• 0.4 cup Granulated sugar

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and water in a rice cooker and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Once the rice has cooked, transfer it to a large bowl and gently fold in the sushi vinegar. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.

Step 4

In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin, and granulated sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool. This will be your eel sauce.

Step 5

Julienne the cucumber and slice the avocado thinly. Set aside.

Step 6

Place a bamboo sushi mat on a clean surface and cover it with plastic wrap. Lay a nori sheet, shiny side down, on the mat.

Step 7

Wet your hands slightly with water and scoop up a handful of sushi rice. Spread it evenly over the nori, leaving about a 1-inch border at the top edge.

Step 8

Arrange two imitation crab sticks, cucumber slices, and avocado slices across the center of the rice.

Step 9

Use the bamboo mat to roll the sushi away from you, pressing firmly to keep the roll tight. Moisten the top border of the nori with water to help it seal.

Step 10

Repeat the rolling process with the remaining nori sheets and fillings.

Step 11

Using a sharp knife, cut each sushi roll into 8 even pieces.

Step 12

Drizzle the cooled eel sauce over the sushi rolls before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1926.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1855.3

Total Fat 26.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 44.8mg	0%
Sodium 8669.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 351.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.0g	0%
Total Sugars 186.3g
Protein 43.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 195.0mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 1918.5mg	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: 12.9%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 77.5%