Homemade Dragon Sushi
Homemade Dragon Sushi is a vibrant and delightful dish that combines the freshness of vegetables with creamy avocado, all wrapped in sticky sushi rice and flavorful nori. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a fun family dinner at home. With customizable fillings, you can create your own unique rolls that cater to your taste preferences. Dive into this culinary adventure and savor the explosion of flavors with every bite!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 (2 rolls) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 1 cup short-grain sushi rice
- 2 sheets nori (seaweed)
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 1 small cucumber, julienned
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp wasabi (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook according to package instructions (approximately 20 minutes). Allow to cool slightly and season with rice vinegar.
- While the rice cools, slice the avocado, cucumber, and carrot into thin strips.
- On a bamboo sushi mat, place nori shiny side down. Wet your hands to prevent sticking, then spread an even layer of sushi rice on the nori while leaving an inch at the top.
- Layer the avocado, cucumber, and carrot in the center of the rice.
- Roll tightly using the bamboo mat, sealing the edge with a bit of water.
- Slice into bite-sized pieces using a wet knife and serve with soy sauce and wasabi.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Feel free to customize fillings by adding proteins like shrimp tempura or crab. - Experiment with sauces such as teriyaki or spicy mayo for an added flavor kick. - Enjoy leftovers cold or store them in an airtight container for up to 24 hours.