Futomaki Big Sushi Roll

Dive into the vibrant world of Japanese cuisine with this Futomaki Big Sushi Roll recipe, a show-stopping treat that combines colorful ingredients and bold flavors! This traditional sushi roll is packed with a medley of textures and tastes, featuring seasoned sushi rice, sweet tamago (Japanese omelet), sautéed shiitake mushrooms, crisp cucumber, blanched spinach, and tender carrot strips, all wrapped in a sheet of nori. Perfectly rolled and sliced into bite-sized pieces, this recipe celebrates the art of balance and presentation. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or exploring DIY sushi-making, futomaki delivers on flavor, nutrition, and visual appeal. Serve with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi for an authentic experience that will transport your taste buds straight to Japan.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Sushi rice
• 2.5 cups Water
• 4 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 4 sheets Nori (seaweed sheets)
• 1 omelet Tamago (sweet Japanese omelet)
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 medium Carrot
• 4 pieces Shiitake mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sugar (for mushrooms)
• 1 cup Spinach leaves
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
• 1 unit Sushi mat (for rolling)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and 2.5 cups of water in a rice cooker and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, heat the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt over low heat until dissolved. Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl and fold in the vinegar mixture. Let the rice cool to room temperature.

Step 3

Rehydrate the shiitake mushrooms by soaking them in warm water for 20 minutes. Drain, slice them thinly, and sauté in a pan with soy sauce and sugar until caramelized. Set aside to cool.

Step 4

Peel the carrot and cut it into thin strips. Blanch the spinach leaves in boiling water for 1 minute, then transfer to ice water to keep their color. Squeeze out excess water and set aside.

Step 5

Slice the cucumber into long, thin strips and prepare the tamago by slicing it into similar-sized strips.

Step 6

Place a sheet of nori shiny side down on your sushi mat. Spread an even layer of seasoned sushi rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top edge.

Step 7

Arrange fillings horizontally across the rice about 1 inch from the bottom edge. Add cucumber, carrot, spinach, tamago, cooked shiitake mushrooms, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Step 8

Using the mat, roll the sushi tightly from the bottom edge, applying gentle pressure as you go. Seal the roll by moistening the top edge of the nori with a little water.

Step 9

Repeat with the remaining nori and fillings. Once all the rolls are made, use a sharp knife to slice each roll into 6-8 pieces. Wipe the knife with a damp towel between cuts for clean slices.

Step 10

Serve the futomaki with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1614.7 grams (1614.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	874

Total Fat 7.80g	10%
Saturated Fat 2.20g	11%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.80g
Cholesterol 100mg	33%
Sodium 3811mg	166%
Total Carbohydrate 176.00g	64%
Dietary Fiber 7.90g	28%
Total Sugars 37.40g
Protein 23.20g	46%

Vitamin D 31IU	156%
Calcium 178mg	14%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 1189mg	25%

*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: 8.1%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 81.2%