Spider Roll
Dive into the delightful crunch and bold flavors of the Spider Roll, a sushi masterpiece that balances crispiness and creaminess in every bite. This classic Japanese-inspired roll features golden, tempura-fried soft-shell crab as the star ingredient, paired with cool cucumber, buttery avocado, and a kick of spicy mayonnaise. Wrapped in seasoned sushi rice and toasted nori, each roll is finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added texture and nutty goodness. Perfect for sushi enthusiasts and adventurous home cooks, the Spider Roll is a show-stopping dish that offers the ideal combination of savory, tangy, and zesty flavors. Serve with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and a dab of wasabi for the ultimate sushi experience at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole Soft-shell crab
- 1 cup Tempura batter mix
- 0.75 cup Ice-cold water
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
- 1.5 cups Sushi rice
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1.5 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 4 sheets Nori sheets
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 medium Avocado
- 0.25 cup Spicy mayonnaise
- to taste Soy sauce
- to taste Pickled ginger
- to taste Wasabi
- 0.25 cup Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
Begin by rinsing the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook 1.5 cups of sushi rice according to the package instructions.
In a small saucepan, combine 3 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1.5 tablespoons sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt. Heat until the sugar dissolves. Let it cool slightly, then mix this dressing into the cooked rice. Set aside to cool.
While the rice is cooling, prepare the tempura batter by mixing 1 cup of tempura batter mix with 0.75 cup of ice-cold water until just combined. The batter should be slightly lumpy.
Heat 2 cups of vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat.
Dip each soft-shell crab into the tempura batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Fry the crabs in the hot oil until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Cut the cucumber into matchstick-sized strips and slice the avocado into thin pieces.
Lay a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down. Wet your hands, then evenly spread a quarter of the sushi rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
Sprinkle some toasted sesame seeds over the rice.
Place a fried soft-shell crab piece horizontally on the rice, followed by cucumber strips, avocado slices, and a drizzle of spicy mayonnaise.
Using the mat, carefully roll the sushi away from you, tucking the filling in tightly, and continue rolling to seal.
Slice the roll into 6 or 8 pieces using a sharp, damp knife.
Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients to make a total of 4 rolls.
Serve the spider rolls with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1418 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.8 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.2 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 26 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 1181 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.9 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 15.2 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 422 mg | 9% | |
*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.
