Keto Gunkan Maki
Discover a mouthwatering twist on traditional sushi with this Keto Gunkan Maki—a low-carb, high-flavor delicacy that brings together the best of Japanese cuisine and keto-friendly ingredients. Instead of sushi rice, this recipe uses cauliflower rice infused with soy sauce, cream cheese, and rice vinegar for a rich, tangy base wrapped in nutrient-packed nori sheets. Each bite-sized creation is topped with fresh slices of avocado, cucumber, and premium salmon sashimi, then garnished with green onions, sesame seeds, and a hint of wasabi for a burst of umami. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes and perfect for 4 servings, this vibrant dish pairs beautifully with pickled ginger for a complete sushi experience—without the carbs. Whether you’re craving a satisfying appetizer or a unique keto-friendly dinner, this recipe is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head Cauliflower
- 100 grams Cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 4 sheets Nori sheets
- 1 small Cucumber
- 1 large Avocado
- 200 grams Salmon sashimi
- 3 tablespoons Sliced green onions
- 2 teaspoons Sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon Wasabi
- 50 grams Pickled ginger
Instructions
Break the cauliflower into florets and pulse in a food processor until it has a rice-like texture.
In a pan over medium heat, sauté the cauliflower rice with soy sauce for about 5 minutes, until tender. Remove from heat and mix in the cream cheese, allowing it to melt and combine fully.
Add rice vinegar to the cauliflower mixture and stir well. Set aside to cool.
Cut each nori sheet into strips that are about 5 cm wide.
Once the cauliflower mixture has cooled, shape small mounds (about 2 tablespoons each) using your hands.
Wrap a nori strip around each cauliflower mound, using a little water to seal the edges if necessary.
Slice the cucumber and avocado into thin, even slices.
Top each Gunkan Maki with a slice of cucumber, a slice of avocado, and a slice of salmon sashimi.
Garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
Serve with a small dollop of wasabi and pickled ginger on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1280 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.6 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.6 g | 153% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 207 mg | 69% | |
| Sodium | 2856 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.7 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.1 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 67.8 g | 136% | |
| Vitamin D | 22.0 mcg | 110% | |
| Calcium | 365 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 3880 mg | 83% | |
*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.
