Vegetarian Tamago Sushi Roll (Egg Omelette Sushi Roll)

Delight in the delicate flavors of a **Vegetarian Tamago Sushi Roll (Egg Omelette Sushi Roll)**, a perfect combination of sweet and savory that’s ideal for sushi enthusiasts and vegetarians alike. This recipe features the star ingredient—tamago, a lightly sweetened Japanese egg omelette, delicately layered and rolled to perfection. Paired with fluffy, vinegar-seasoned sushi rice and crisp nori sheets, these hand-rolled bites are both nourishing and elegant. The simple preparation process includes crafting your own tamago using a tamagoyaki pan and mastering the art of rolling sushi with a bamboo mat, making this dish as rewarding to create as it is to eat. Serve these vibrant vegetarian sushi rolls with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi for an authentic Japanese dining experience. Perfect for dinner parties, appetizers, or a creative weeknight meal, this recipe is a fun and flavorful way to bring a taste of Japan to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Mirin
• 2 cups Sushi rice
• 2.5 cups Water
• 4 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Sugar (for rice seasoning)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 4 pieces Nori sheets
• 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the sushi rice. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch for fluffy rice.

Step 2

Combine the washed rice and 2.5 cups of water in a rice cooker or pot. Cook according to the rice cooker instructions or bring to a boil, then lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Let it rest covered for another 10 minutes.

Step 3

While the rice is cooking, make the rice seasoning. In a small saucepan, heat the rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt until the sugar and salt are dissolved. Do not boil. Set aside to cool.

Step 4

Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl and scoop the vinegar mixture evenly over the hot rice. Gently fold the rice to mix, being careful not to mash it. Let it cool to room temperature, covering it with a damp kitchen towel to prevent it from drying out.

Step 5

Next, prepare the tamago (Japanese egg omelette). In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1 teaspoon of soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon of mirin until well combined.

Step 6

Heat a rectangular tamagoyaki pan (or a small, nonstick frying pan) over medium heat. Lightly oil the pan with vegetable oil.

Step 7

Pour a thin layer of the egg mixture into the pan, tilting to cover the bottom evenly. Cook until the surface is just set but not completely firm.

Step 8

Using spatulas or chopsticks, roll the cooked egg layer toward one end of the pan. Lightly oil the exposed part of the pan, then pour another thin layer of egg mixture over the pan, lifting the rolled egg slightly to let the new egg mixture flow underneath. Repeat this process, rolling the egg omelette until all the mixture is used and you have a rectangular omelette. Let it cool slightly, then slice into long, thin strips.

Step 9

To assemble the sushi rolls, place a sheet of nori shiny side down on a bamboo sushi mat. Spread a thin, even layer of seasoned rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch strip at the top uncovered for sealing.

Step 10

Lay a few strips of tamago horizontally across the center of the rice. Roll the sushi tightly from the bottom edge using the bamboo mat, pressing gently but firmly as you go.

Step 11

Seal the edge of the nori by moistening the uncovered strip with a little water. Repeat the process for the remaining nori sheets and ingredients.

Step 12

Slice each roll into 6-8 pieces using a sharp knife dipped in water to prevent sticking. Serve immediately with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1331.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1160.2

Total Fat 24.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 744mg	0%
Sodium 2981.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 186.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g	0%
Total Sugars 59.0g
Protein 38.5g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 183.5mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 655.8mg	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: 20.0%

Protein: 13.7%

Carbs: 66.3%