Dairy-Free Gunkan Maki
Elevate your sushi game with this incredible Dairy-Free Gunkan Maki recipe—an elegant and flavorful twist on traditional sushi. This Japanese classic is made using perfectly seasoned sushi rice, wrapped in delicate nori sheets, and topped with a creamy avocado mixture infused with zesty lemon juice and a hint of wasabi. Each bite is finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added texture and nutty flair. Ideal for vegans or those avoiding dairy, this sushi is as visually stunning as it is delicious, making it perfect for dinner parties or a light, satisfying meal. Ready in just 40 minutes and served with soy sauce for dipping, this easy homemade sushi recipe is bound to impress. Perfect for searches like "vegan sushi recipes," "dairy-free sushi ideas," and "how to make gunkan maki at home."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Sushi rice
- 1.25 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 sheets Nori sheets
- 1 large Avocado
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Wasabi paste
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
Instructions
Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
Combine the rinsed rice and 1.25 cups of water in a pot and let it soak for 30 minutes, if possible.
Bring the rice to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for another 10 minutes to steam.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved.
Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture, ensuring not to mash the rice grains. Let it cool to room temperature.
While the rice is cooling, prepare the avocado topping by mashing the avocado in a bowl with the lemon juice and wasabi paste until smooth and creamy.
Cut each nori sheet into 4 equal strips.
With wet hands, shape 2 tablespoon-sized portions of rice into small oval shapes about 1 inch high and 1.5 inches wide.
Wrap a strip of nori around each rice ball, using a grain of rice to seal the ends of the nori together if necessary.
Spoon a small amount of avocado mixture on top of the rice, gently pressing to ensure it stays on.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds for garnish.
Serve the gunkan maki immediately with soy sauce on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
754 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.9 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2597 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.9 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.7 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1313 mg | 28% | |
*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.
