Tempura Spicy Tuna Roll
Elevate your sushi night with this crave-worthy Tempura Spicy Tuna Roll, where crispy tempura-coated sushi meets the bold flavors of a spicy tuna filling. This recipe combines tender, sushi-grade tuna mixed with creamy mayonnaise, tangy sriracha, and savory soy sauce—all wrapped in perfectly seasoned sushi rice and toasted nori. The rolls are dipped in a light, airy tempura batter and fried to golden perfection, creating an irresistible crunch with every bite. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve alongside wasabi, pickled ginger, and soy sauce for a restaurant-quality dish at home. Perfect for sushi enthusiasts and dinner parties alike, this dish is a show-stopping fusion of texture and flavor that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Sushi rice
- 2.5 cups Water
- 0.25 cup Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 4 pieces Nori sheets
- 0.5 pound Fresh tuna
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 cup Tempura batter mix
- 0.75 cup Cold water
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon Wasabi
- 2 tablespoons Pickled ginger
- 2 pieces Green onions
Instructions
Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Place the rice and 2.5 cups of water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 10 minutes.
In a small bowl, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt, and heat in the microwave for 30 seconds. Stir until sugar has dissolved. Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl and gently fold the vinegar mixture into the warm rice. Allow rice to cool to room temperature.
Dice the fresh tuna into small cubes. In a bowl, combine tuna, mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, and finely chopped green onions. Mix well and set aside.
Lay a bamboo sushi mat on a flat surface and place a sheet of plastic wrap on top. Place a nori sheet on the plastic wrap with the shiny side down. Spread about 1/2 cup of cooled rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Flip the nori and rice over so the rice is facing down. Place 1/4 of the spicy tuna mixture across the center of the nori. Roll the sushi tightly using the bamboo mat, pressing down to secure the roll.
In a mixing bowl, combine tempura batter mix with cold water. Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or wok over medium-high heat.
Dip each prepared sushi roll in the tempura batter, ensuring completely covered. Carefully place the roll in the hot oil and fry until golden and crisp, about 2-3 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the rolls and drain on a paper towel.
Slice each roll into 6-8 pieces with a sharp knife, wiping the blade with a damp towel between cuts to ensure clean slices.
Serve tempura spicy tuna rolls with wasabi, pickled ginger, and additional soy sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1365 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 113.9 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.2 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 68.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 28 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 1287 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.8 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 24.0 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 61 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 350 mg | 7% | |
*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.
