Vegetarian Gunkan Maki

Elevate your sushi night with this stunning Vegetarian Gunkan Maki recipe, a delightful plant-based twist on the classic Japanese delicacy. Featuring perfectly seasoned sushi rice encased in crisp nori sheets, these hand-crafted sushi bites are topped with a vibrant medley of creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and sweet carrot slices, all crowned with a sprinkle of nutty sesame seeds and tangy pickled ginger. Simple yet elegant, this recipe is not only visually appealing but entirely customizable, making it perfect for a healthy, fresh appetizer or a light meal. Ready in under 45 minutes, this vegetarian sushi is as fun to assemble as it is to eat—serve with soy sauce for dipping and savor an umami-packed bite of pure bliss. Tags: Vegetarian Gunkan Maki, homemade sushi, vegetarian sushi recipe, plant-based Japanese cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Sushi rice
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 3 sheets Nori sheets
• 1 medium Avocado
• 0.5 medium Cucumber
• 0.5 medium Carrot
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 25 grams Pickled ginger

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine 200 grams of sushi rice with 240 milliliters of water in a medium saucepan.

Step 2

Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover. Cook for 15 minutes or until all water is absorbed.

Step 3

Remove from heat and let the rice sit for 10 minutes, still covered. Meanwhile, mix 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 0.5 teaspoons of salt in a small bowl until dissolved.

Step 4

Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture with a wooden spatula. Let it cool to room temperature.

Step 5

While the rice cools, cut the nori sheets into 2-inch wide strips.

Step 6

Peel and slice the avocado, cucumber, and carrot into thin, small slices suitable for topping.

Step 7

Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking, and form the rice into small oval-shaped mounds about 1 inch wide and 2 inches long.

Step 8

Wrap the nori strip around the sushi rice mound, leaving the top open. The height of the nori should exceed the rice to form a kind of cup.

Step 9

In the nori 'cup', carefully place the slices of avocado, cucumber, and carrot. You can mix and match or stack them individually.

Step 10

Garnish each piece with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and a small slice of pickled ginger.

Step 11

Serve the Vegetarian Gunkan Maki with soy sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(590.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	671.9

Total Fat 28.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2674.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 8.1g
Protein 15.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 98.3mg	0%
Iron 4.0mg	0%
Potassium 1326.4mg	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: 36.6%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 54.4%