Eel Roll

Dive into the irresistible flavors of this Gourmet Eel Roll, a classic Japanese-inspired sushi recipe that marries smoky, tender unagi (grilled eel) with creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and perfectly seasoned sushi rice. This recipe elevates sushi-making at home with easy-to-follow techniques, such as rolling sushi with a bamboo mat and preparing luscious unagi sauce for a rich, umami-packed finish. Topped with toasted sesame seeds and drizzled with unagi sauce, each bite delivers a delightful balance of textures and flavors. Perfect for sushi enthusiasts looking to recreate their favorite rolls, this recipe is ready in just 30 minutes and makes an elegant appetizer or lunch for two. Bring the art of sushi into your kitchen and enjoy this restaurant-quality Eel Roll with soy sauce for dipping!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 150 grams Unagi (grilled eel)
• 250 grams Sushi rice
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 whole sheet Nori (seaweed) sheets
• 0.5 whole Avocado
• 0.25 whole Cucumber
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons Unagi sauce
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the sushi rice. Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Cook the rice according to package instructions.

Step 2

Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl. Combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until sugar and salt are dissolved. Pour this mixture over the rice and gently fold to combine. Let the rice cool to room temperature.

Step 3

While the rice is cooling, prepare the fillings. Slice the unagi into strips. Peel and thinly slice the avocado. Cut the cucumber into thin strips, about the same length as the nori width.

Step 4

Place a bamboo sushi mat on a clean surface and cover it with plastic wrap. Lay one nori sheet, shiny side down, on the mat.

Step 5

With wet hands to prevent sticking, spread an even layer of the sushi rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border on the top edge. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of the rice for extra flavor.

Step 6

Carefully flip the nori so that the rice faces the mat. On the bottom edge of the nori, place a strip of unagi, avocado slices, and cucumber strips.

Step 7

Use the sushi mat to roll the nori tightly over the fillings, tucking them as you go and securing the roll at the seam. Press gently to shape the roll.

Step 8

With a sharp knife moistened with water, slice the roll into eight equal pieces. Repeat the process with remaining ingredients.

Step 9

Arrange the sliced rolls onto a serving platter, and drizzle each piece with unagi sauce.

Step 10

Serve the eel roll with soy sauce for dipping, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	658 grams (658.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	973

Total Fat 34.50g	44%
Saturated Fat 6.30g	32%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.50g
Cholesterol 189mg	63%
Sodium 2421mg	105%
Total Carbohydrate 121.10g	44%
Dietary Fiber 7.90g	28%
Total Sugars 27.00g
Protein 40.70g	81%

Vitamin D 1188IU	5940%
Calcium 82mg	6%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 1039mg	22%

*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: 32.4%

Protein: 17.0%

Carbs: 50.6%