Nigiri Tuna
Elevate your sushi night with the refined simplicity of Nigiri Tuna, a timeless Japanese delicacy that showcases the art of sushi-making. This recipe combines fresh, sushi-grade tuna and perfectly seasoned sushi rice for a melt-in-your-mouth experience. The rice is delicately flavored with a blend of rice vinegar, sugar, and salt, creating the perfect base for thinly sliced tuna layered with a hint of wasabi. With straightforward techniques and minimal ingredients, this recipe lets the rich, clean flavor of the tuna shine. Ideal for intimate gatherings or a special treat, serve this handcrafted nigiri with soy sauce and pickled ginger for a truly authentic touch. Easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, Nigiri Tuna is perfect for sushi enthusiasts looking to bring restaurant-quality standards into their own kitchen. Keywords: Nigiri Tuna recipe, sushi-grade tuna, how to make nigiri, Japanese sushi recipe, homemade sushi.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams sushi-grade tuna
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons wasabi paste
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
Instructions
Start by preparing the sushi rice: rinse 1 cup of sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This will take about 2-3 rinses.
Cook the rice following the package directions. Generally, this involves adding 1 cup of rice to 1.25 cups of water in a rice cooker and cooking until done.
While the rice is cooking, prepare the seasoning. In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, and 0.5 teaspoons of salt until the sugar and salt are fully dissolved.
Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture. Use a wooden spoon or a rice paddle and be careful not to crush the rice grains. Allow it to cool to room temperature.
Slice the sushi-grade tuna: Using a sharp knife, slice 200 grams of tuna across the grain into thin slices, about 1/4 inch thick and 2 inches long.
Shape the nigiri rice by wetting your hands with water to prevent sticking. Scoop a small amount of the cooled rice (about 2 tablespoons) and shape it into an oval mound using your fingers.
Apply a small amount of wasabi (approximately 1/8 teaspoon) to one side of the tuna slice, then press the wasabi side of the tuna onto the rice mound. Gently press the tuna to adhere using your fingers.
Repeat the process until all the rice and tuna slices are used.
Serve the nigiri tuna immediately with soy sauce for dipping. You can also garnish with pickled ginger on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.9 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 78 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 3942 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.1 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.2 g | ||
| Protein | 60.3 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1201 mg | 26% | |
*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.
