Spicy Tuna Salad Roll – Sushi

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 16

Spicy Tuna Salad Roll - Sushi recipe for a flavorful lunch

by The Chefin Sushi

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

415

Sugar

Fat

15g

Sushi is a Japanese dish that has become popular all around the world. It typically consists of vinegar-flavored sushi rice, raw fish or seafood, and vegetables, all wrapped in a sheet of seaweed called nori. Spicy Tuna Salad Roll is a variation of traditional sushi rolls, where the spicy tuna mixture adds a flavorful kick to the dish. This recipe is perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or as an appetizer for a sushi-themed party. It is also a great way to showcase your sushi-making skills to your friends and family!

Instructions

1.	Cook the sushi rice according to package directions and let it cool.
2.	Drain the tuna cans and mix the tuna with the mayonnaise and siracha hot sauce.
3.	Place a sheet of nori onto a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down.
4.	Wet your hands and spread a thin layer of rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
5.	Place two lettuce leaves onto the rice, followed by a line of the spicy tuna mixture.
6.	Roll the sushi towards the uncovered border, pressing gently to shape and tighten the roll.
7.	Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
8.	Cut each roll into 6-8 pieces, serve with soy sauce and enjoy!

PROS

A delicious and healthy lunch option that can be easily customized to your taste preferences.

Sushi is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which have anti-inflammatory properties and support heart health.

CONS

Making sushi at home can be time-consuming and requires some practice to perfect the technique.

Raw seafood should only be used if it is fresh and high-quality to reduce the risk of foodborne illness.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sushi is a great source of protein, low in fat and calories, and rich in vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A, iron, and calcium.
Seaweed, which is used to make the nori sheets, is a good source of iodine, which is important for thyroid health.

	6 sheets nori
	3 cups sushi rice
	12 leaves lettuce
	3 cans tuna
	1/2 cup mayonnaise
	1 tablespoon siracha hot sauce