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Spicy Shrimp Sushi Hand Roll

Spicy Shrimp Sushi Hand Rolls Your New Favorite Quick Treat

Enjoy delicious Spicy Shrimp Sushi Hand Rolls that are quick to make and perfect for a healthy meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 hand rolls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sushi Rice
  • 1 cup Sushi Rice Can substitute with cooked white or brown rice.
  • 3 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Provides tanginess.
  • 1 tablespoon White Sugar Can replace with honey.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Cooked Shrimp Can substitute with cooked salmon or tuna.
  • 3 tablespoons Kewpie Mayo Regular mayonnaise can be used if unavailable.
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust quantity based on spice tolerance.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion Optional ingredient.
For the Veggies
  • 1 small Cucumber Can substitute with zucchini.
  • 1 small Avocado Can omit or replace with sliced bell peppers.
  • 1 small Carrot Radish can be used as an alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Clover Sprouts Optional but adds crunch.
For Assembly
  • 1 tablespoon Black Sesame Seeds Can substitute with white sesame seeds or omit.
  • 2 sheets Nori Sheets Cut in half for easier rolling.

Equipment

  • Rice cooker
  • bamboo mat

Method
 

Preparing the Sushi Rice
  1. Cook sushi rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, cool slightly, then mix with rice vinegar, white sugar, and a pinch of salt.
Combining the Filling
  1. Chop the cooked shrimp and mix with Kewpie mayo and Sriracha in a bowl. Stir in green onion if desired.
Assembling the Hand Rolls
  1. Lay a half sheet of nori shiny side down. Spread sushi rice over the lower third, then top with cucumber, avocado, carrot, and shrimp mixture.
Rolling the Hand Roll
  1. Roll the nori away from you into a cone shape, applying gentle pressure. Use water on the edge to seal the roll.
Serving and Enjoying
  1. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and cut in half if desired. Serve immediately with soy sauce or pickled ginger.

Nutrition

Serving: 1hand rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a better rolling technique, start rolling tightly from the filled edge. Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.

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