Published 7/23/2023 We get it. The idea of making your own sushi from scratch sounds quite intimidating. We thought so too! However, it doesn’t have to be. That’s why we’ve created this easy recipe that’ll give even the newbiest of home sushi chefs a favorable result. We kept things super simple and made this sushi roll recipe with only 6 simple ingredients. And on top of that, we’ve given you a step-by-step on how to make the absolute PERFECT sticky rice — the real key to making that restaurant-quality sushi you’ve been dreaming of. So don’t fret, just follow this easy spicy tuna roll recipe to a T, and you’ll be amazed at what you’re capable of.
Spicy Tuna Roll Recipe – What You Need
Mayonnaise: a classic sushi topping, it adds a creamy, tangy flavor. Chili garlic sauce: puts the “spicy” in this spicy tuna roll. It’s loaded with great spicy flavor! Cooked sticky rice: the perfect rice for making sushi. Sushi-grade tuna: the key to making this sushi roll really shine. The higher quality, the better! Nori: you’ll roll your sushi ingredients in sheets of nori. They’re crucial to these sushi rolls. Furikake: furikake is a Japanese seasoning made with seaweed, sesame seeds, and other ingredients. It adds great flavor and texture to the sushi roll. Green onions: add a mild onion flavor and crunch.
How to Make the PERFECT Sticky Rice for Sushi
When it comes to sushi, you’ve got to get the rice right. It needs to be sticky, soft, and moist – just like the ones at your favorite sushi restaurant. To help you achieve sticky rice perfection, here’s an easy step-by-step guide:
Top Tip for Rolling a Spicy Tuna Roll
To roll the sushi without it falling apart on you, it’s important to keep your hands and the mat wet. This will help prevent sticking and make rolling easier. Then as you roll, gently squeeze the roll to tighten it up as it forms. This will compress the rice so that it holds together and won’t fall apart when you cut it. If the ingredients start to shift out during rolling, don’t worry! Just push them back in and keep rolling. If you can’t get it on your first try, that’s totally okay! Just keep practicing until you get the hang of it. It’ll taste good, regardless!
What to Serve with Spicy Tuna Rolls
Simple Asian-Inspired Salad – Looking to pair one of your favorite Asian dishes with a simple salad? We’ve got you covered with this colorful salad recipe dressed with a yummy dressing.
Easy Seafood Recipes
Simple Salmon Sushi Burrito Air Fryer Shrimp Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl Baked Cod Fish Tacos Thai Salmon Salad Avocado Tuna Salad Sandwich
Simple Sushi Burrito Cauliflower Fried Rice – This Cauliflower Fried Rice recipe is a delicious low carb alternative to traditional fried rice. Packed with veggies and a super flavorful sauce, plus it’s easy to make. Thai Chili Corn Salad – We love this Thai Chili Summer Corn Salad. It’s made with grilled corn, carrots, red pepper, cabbage, and the most delicious vinaigrette! Make this grilled corn salad today. Rainbow Noodle Salad – Delicious veggies like red and green peppers, carrots, pea pods, red onion and cucumbers tossed with an Asian-inspired sesame dressing and linguine noodles make for the freshest of the fresh salads.
Storage
It‘s best to enjoy sushi rolls on the same day. However, if you still have leftovers, we recommend wrapping your spicy tuna rolls in plastic wrap and a thick kitchen towel so that the rice won’t get too cold or dry out as much.
