Dragon Roll

Unleash your inner sushi chef with this irresistible Dragon Roll recipe—a stunning and flavorful creation that brings restaurant-quality sushi to your table. Featuring crunchy tempura shrimp, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber, this roll showcases a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Seasoned sushi rice creates the base, while thinly layered avocado slices on top mimic the scales of a dragon, earning this roll its legendary name. Drizzled with rich, savory eel sauce and sprinkled with sesame seeds for a finishing touch, the Dragon Roll is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Ideal for sushi enthusiasts and impressing dinner guests, this recipe is surprisingly achievable with a bamboo sushi mat and a bit of practice. Serve it with classic accompaniments like pickled ginger and wasabi for an authentic sushi night experience at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 3

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups (uncooked) Sushi rice
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 3 sheets Nori sheets
• 6 pieces Cooked tempura shrimp
• 1 large Ripe avocado
• 0.5 large Cucumber
• 0.25 cup Eel sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Cook the sushi rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, transfer the rice to a large bowl.

Step 2

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Stir until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 3

Gradually fold the vinegar mixture into the cooked rice, ensuring an even coating. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature before using.

Step 4

Slice the cucumber into thin, matchstick-sized pieces, and set aside.

Step 5

Peel and thinly slice the avocado, and set aside.

Step 6

Lay a bamboo sushi rolling mat on a flat surface and place a sheet of plastic wrap over it. Position a sheet of nori on top of the plastic wrap, shiny side down.

Step 7

Wet your hands to prevent the rice from sticking. Evenly spread about 1 cup of the seasoned sushi rice over the nori sheet, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.

Step 8

Gently flip the nori sheet over, so the rice is facing down on the plastic wrap.

Step 9

Place two tempura shrimp and some cucumber sticks along the bottom edge of the nori.

Step 10

Using the bamboo mat and plastic wrap, carefully roll the sushi into a tight cylinder, applying gentle pressure to secure the contents.

Step 11

Peel the plastic wrap back and lay thin avocado slices across the top of the roll.

Step 12

Use the bamboo mat to help mold the avocado slices to the contour of the roll, ensuring they adhere well.

Step 13

Slice the dragon roll into 6 equal pieces using a sharp knife, wiping the knife clean between cuts to maintain a neat presentation.

Step 14

Drizzle eel sauce over the top of the roll and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Step 15

Serve immediately, presenting the dragon roll on a plate or sushi board, accompanied by pickled ginger and wasabi if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	960.8 grams (960.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1384

Total Fat 54.30g	70%
Saturated Fat 8.30g	42%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.10g
Cholesterol 84mg	28%
Sodium 4186mg	182%
Total Carbohydrate 194.50g	71%
Dietary Fiber 18.60g	66%
Total Sugars 58.20g
Protein 32.80g	66%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 122mg	9%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 1736mg	37%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.0%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 55.7%