Low Carb Dragon Roll
Delight in the flavors of your favorite sushi with a healthy twist in this Low Carb Dragon Roll recipe! Perfect for keto devotees and sushi lovers alike, this vibrant dish swaps traditional sushi rice for flavorful cauliflower rice, keeping it light yet satisfying. Each roll is packed with crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, and savory imitation crab for a delicious medley of textures and tastes. Topped with a drizzle of spicy mayo, a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, and optional eel sauce, this guilt-free version of the classic dragon roll is as stunning as it is scrumptious. With just 40 minutes of prep, this easy recipe will have you rolling like a pro for an impressive low-carb appetizer or main course!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 sheets Nori sheets
- 200 grams Cauliflower rice
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 large Avocado
- 0.5 medium Cucumber
- 8 pieces Imitation crab sticks
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons Eel sauce (optional)
Instructions
Begin by preparing the cauliflower rice. Add the cauliflower rice to a non-stick pan and cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and most of the moisture is evaporated.
Remove the cauliflower rice from heat and mix in the rice vinegar and salt. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
Peel and slice the cucumber into thin, long strips. Halve the avocado, remove the pit, and slice into thin wedges. Set both aside.
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and sriracha sauce until well combined. This will be used as a spicy mayo topping.
Lay a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down. Evenly spread a thin layer of the cooled cauliflower rice over the nori, leaving about 2 cm clear on the top edge.
Place two imitation crab sticks horizontally across the center of the rice, adding a few slices of cucumber alongside the crab.
Carefully lift the bottom edge of the sushi mat and roll it over the filling, pressing gently to shape the roll. Continue rolling until you reach the end of the nori sheet, using a little water on the exposed edge to seal the roll.
With a sharp knife, slice the roll into 8 equal pieces. Repeat the process with the remaining nori sheets and ingredients.
Lay slices of avocado on top of each roll piece, slightly overlapping them like dragon scales.
Drizzle the spicy mayo on each slice of the roll and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
Finish with eel sauce, if using, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
966 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.8 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 3739 mg | 163% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.6 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.1 g | ||
| Protein | 28.2 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 218 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 2017 mg | 43% | |
*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.
