High Protein Temaki Sushi

Elevate your sushi night with this High Protein Temaki Sushi recipe, a delightful and nutritious twist on a Japanese classic. Perfect for sushi lovers seeking a protein-packed meal, these handheld sushi cones are loaded with seared tuna, cooked shrimp, fluffy soy-seasoned egg strips, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber. The sushi rice, lightly seasoned with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt, forms a perfectly tangy base, while nori sheets bring everything together in a fun, customizable format. Quickly prepared in just 50 minutes, this visually stunning dish is ideal for gatherings or a creative weeknight dinner. Serve your temaki with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and optional wasabi for added zing, and enjoy a healthy, delicious way to explore sushi-making at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Sushi rice
• 2.5 cups Water
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 6 whole Nori sheets
• 4 ounces Seared tuna (sliced thinly)
• 4 ounces Cooked shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 3 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 whole Avocado (sliced)
• 1 whole Cucumber (cut into thin strips)
• 2 tablespoons Pickled ginger
• 1 teaspoon Wasabi paste (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear.

Step 2

In a rice cooker or a pot, combine the rinsed rice and 2.5 cups of water. Cook according to the rice cooker's instructions or bring the water to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes. Let it rest for 10 minutes after cooking.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Heat over low until the sugar dissolves, then remove from heat. Fold the mixture into the cooked rice and let it cool to room temperature.

Step 4

In a small bowl, beat the eggs with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat, pour the egg mixture in, and spread it out evenly to cook a thin omelet. Once cooked, transfer to a cutting board and slice into thin strips.

Step 5

Prepare the filling ingredients: slice the seared tuna, avocado, and cucumber into thin pieces, and arrange all the fillings, including shrimp, pickled ginger, and wasabi paste (if using), on a platter.

Step 6

Cut the nori sheets in half to make rectangular pieces that are easy to roll.

Step 7

To assemble the temaki, place one piece of nori shiny side down in one hand. With damp hands, take a small handful of cooled sushi rice and lightly press it onto one side of the nori, leaving about 1 inch of space at the top for sealing.

Step 8

Add a small portion of your desired filling ingredients in a diagonal line across the rice (e.g., seared tuna, egg strips, avocado, and cucumber).

Step 9

Starting from the bottom corner where the fillings are, roll the nori into a cone shape. Use a small piece of rice to 'glue' the open edge shut if needed.

Step 10

Repeat with the remaining nori, rice, and fillings to make additional temaki. Serve immediately with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and additional wasabi on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1764.7 grams (1764.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1483

Total Fat 42.60g	55%
Saturated Fat 9.00g	45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 833mg	278%
Sodium 4602mg	200%
Total Carbohydrate 175.20g	64%
Dietary Fiber 16.40g	59%
Total Sugars 28.00g
Protein 101.50g	203%

Vitamin D 390IU	1949%
Calcium 289mg	22%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 2406mg	51%

*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: 25.7%

Protein: 27.2%

Carbs: 47.0%