Gluten-Free Temaki Salmon

Dive into the fresh and flavorful world of Japanese cuisine with this Gluten-Free Temaki Salmon recipe, a perfect blend of simplicity and elegance. Featuring tender sushi-grade salmon, crunchy vegetables like cucumber and carrot, and creamy avocado, all wrapped in gluten-free nori sheets, this recipe delivers a burst of umami in every bite. The tangy, seasoned sushi rice is easy to prepare and serves as the perfect base for these DIY hand rolls, making them a fun and interactive meal. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this recipe is ideal for sushi night at home and pairs beautifully with gluten-free soy sauce, pickled ginger, and a touch of wasabi for an authentic touch. Whether you’re gluten-sensitive or simply seeking a fresh and healthy alternative, these temaki rolls are sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 200 grams Sushi-grade salmon
• 3 tablespoons Gluten-free soy sauce
• 6 whole sheets Gluten-free sushi nori sheets
• 2 cups Short-grain sushi rice
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 medium-sized Cucumber
• 1 medium-sized Carrot
• 1 medium-sized Avocado
• 100 grams Pickled ginger (optional)
• 0 to taste Wasabi paste (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice in cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from being too sticky.

Step 2

Cook the sushi rice according to the package instructions, typically using a 1:1.5 ratio of rice to water in a rice cooker or on the stovetop.

Step 3

While the rice is cooking, prepare the sushi vinegar by mixing the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan. Heat gently until the sugar and salt dissolve. Let it cool to room temperature.

Step 4

When the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large, wide bowl. Gently fold in the sushi vinegar mixture while fanning the rice to help it cool quickly. Cover the rice with a damp cloth and set aside.

Step 5

Slice the sushi-grade salmon into thin strips, about 1 cm wide and 5-6 cm long. Ensure your knife is sharp to make clean cuts.

Step 6

Julienne the cucumber and carrot into thin matchstick-like strips. Slice the avocado into thin wedges.

Step 7

Lay a sheet of gluten-free sushi nori on a clean cutting board. If the sheet is large, cut it in half to make handling easier.

Step 8

Place a small handful of prepared sushi rice onto the bottom center of the nori sheet. Spread it gently without pressing too hard, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 9

Add a few slices of salmon, cucumber, carrot, and avocado onto the rice. Avoid overfilling to make rolling easier.

Step 10

Roll the nori into a cone shape, starting from one bottom corner to the opposite top corner. Press the seam gently to seal. If needed, dip your finger in water to help the nori stick.

Step 11

Repeat with the remaining nori sheets and fillings.

Step 12

Serve the Temaki Salmon rolls immediately with gluten-free soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi paste on the side if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1236.3 grams (1236.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1450

Total Fat 50.30g	64%
Saturated Fat 9.90g	50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 110mg	37%
Sodium 5525mg	240%
Total Carbohydrate 175.80g	64%
Dietary Fiber 17.30g	62%
Total Sugars 26.20g
Protein 63.60g	127%

Vitamin D 1052IU	5260%
Calcium 192mg	15%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 2528mg	54%

*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: 32.1%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 49.9%