Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of homemade Dragon Roll, a sushi masterpiece that combines crispy tempura shrimp, creamy avocado, and refreshing cucumber. Topped with rich eel sauce and sesame seeds, this dish transforms any meal into a culinary celebration. Perfect for gatherings or special occasions, it’s easy to make and even easier to enjoy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sushi rice
- 4 nori sheets
- 8 pieces tempura shrimp
- 1 ripe avocado (sliced)
- 1 medium cucumber (sliced into strips)
- 4 tbsp eel sauce
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- Wasabi and pickled ginger (for serving)
Instructions
- Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear. Cook according to package instructions.
- While the rice cools, prepare fillings: slice avocado and cucumber; ensure tempura shrimp are crispy.
- Place a nori sheet on a bamboo mat, shiny side down. Spread 1 cup of sushi rice evenly, leaving one edge free.
- Layer tempura shrimp, avocado slices, and cucumber on the rice-covered nori.
- Roll tightly using the bamboo mat, sealing the edge with water.
- Slice the roll into 6-8 pieces with a wet knife. Drizzle with eel sauce and sprinkle sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg