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Eel Sushi Roll

A quick homemade sushi roll filled with savory grilled eel, creamy mayo, and a hint of wasabi, wrapped in nori and seasoned rice.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
350
Protein
15g
Eel Sushi Roll
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cook 2 cups sushi rice according to package directions, then let cool until warm but not hot, about 10 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Mix 3 tbsp mayonnaise with 1 tsp wasabi paste in a small bowl; set aside.

  3. Step 3

    Place 1 nori sheet on a bamboo mat, spread 1/2 cup rice evenly over it, leaving a 1 inch strip at the top edge.

  4. Step 4

    Lay 2 oz eel across the rice, then spread 1 tbsp of the wasabi mayo over the eel.

  5. Step 5

    Roll tightly from the bottom, moisten the top edge with water to seal, then slice into 6 pieces and sprinkle with 1 tbsp sesame seeds.

Tools you’ll need

  • bamboo sushi mat
  • sharp knife
  • small bowl

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