Tamago Nigiri

Delight your taste buds with the delicate balance of sweet and savory flavors in Tamago Nigiri, a beloved Japanese sushi classic. This recipe features fluffy, golden layers of tamago (Japanese omelette) made with a harmonious blend of dashi stock, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar, rolled to perfection and delicately sliced. Paired with lightly seasoned sushi rice and elegantly secured with a strip of nori, these bite-sized creations are as beautiful as they are delicious. Easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this dish makes an impressive addition to any sushi platter or a delightful standalone treat. Serve your Tamago Nigiri with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger for a complete and authentic sushi experience. Perfect for sushi enthusiasts and beginners alike, this recipe is a must-try for fans of Japanese cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 5 pieces Large eggs
• 3 tablespoons Dashi stock
• 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Mirin
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 cups Cooked sushi rice
• 1 sheet Nori sheet
• 2 tablespoons Sushi vinegar

Directions

Step 1

In a bowl, crack the 5 eggs and whisk them until they are well beaten.

Step 2

Add the dashi stock, soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and salt to the eggs. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.

Step 3

Heat a non-stick rectangular pan over medium heat and lightly oil the surface.

Step 4

Pour a small amount of the egg mixture into the pan, just enough to cover the bottom.

Step 5

As the egg begins to set, start rolling it from one side to the other using chopsticks or a spatula. Leave the rolled omelette on one side of the pan.

Step 6

Add more of the egg mixture into the pan, lifting the existing egg roll so the new layer can flow beneath it. Once the new layer is set, roll it over the existing omelette roll.

Step 7

Repeat the process until all the egg mixture has been used, resulting in a thick omelette.

Step 8

Transfer the omelette to a cutting board and let it cool. Cut the omelette into 1/2 inch thick slices.

Step 9

Mix the cooked sushi rice with the sushi vinegar gently, being careful not to smash the rice grains.

Step 10

Form the sushi rice into small, rectangular mounds using your hands.

Step 11

Cut the nori sheet into thin strips, about 1/2 inch wide.

Step 12

Place an omelette slice on top of a rice mound, wrap a nori strip around the middle, and seal the ends with a bit of water.

Step 13

Repeat the process for all omelette slices and serve the Tamago Nigiri with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	791.2 grams (791.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1101

Total Fat 26.00g	33%
Saturated Fat 7.50g	38%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 930mg	310%
Sodium 2464mg	107%
Total Carbohydrate 172.50g	63%
Dietary Fiber 1.70g	6%
Total Sugars 49.50g
Protein 40.80g	82%

Vitamin D 200IU	1000%
Calcium 189mg	15%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 579mg	12%

*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: 21.5%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 63.5%