Vegetarian Dragon Roll
Transform your sushi night with this vibrant and delicious Vegetarian Dragon Roll, a plant-based twist on the classic dragon roll! This recipe features perfectly seasoned sushi rice, crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, marinated tofu, and tender spinach wrapped in nori and topped with a sprinkling of sesame seeds for added texture and nutty flavor. The rice is delicately flavored with a homemade rice vinegar seasoning blend, while the tofu is marinated and lightly cooked to deliver savory depth. Rolled into bite-sized pieces using a bamboo sushi mat, these vegetarian rolls are ideal for entertaining or treating yourself to a restaurant-quality experience at home. Serve them with pickled ginger, soy sauce, and wasabi for the ultimate sushi-inspired feast. Perfect for sushi lovers and vegetarian food enthusiasts alike, this recipe is a fun and healthy way to elevate any dining occasion! Keywords: vegetarian dragon roll, sushi recipes, plant-based sushi, homemade sushi, vegetarian dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Sushi rice
- 1.25 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 large Avocado
- 2 sheets Nori seaweed sheets
- 100 grams Tofu (firm)
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 0.5 cup Cooked spinach
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon Wasabi (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Pickled ginger
Instructions
Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and water in a rice cooker, and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions. If using a pot, bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Let it sit off the heat for another 10 minutes.
While the rice is cooking, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until the sugar and salt are dissolved. Let it cool slightly.
Transfer cooked rice to a large bowl, and gently fold in the vinegar mixture with a wooden spatula. Be careful not to mash the rice. Cover with a damp cloth and let cool to room temperature.
Slice the cucumber into thin strips. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and slice it into thin wedges.
Press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then slice it into thin strips. Marinate in a mixture of soy sauce and sesame oil for 10 minutes. Quickly pan-fry or bake until golden brown and set aside.
Place a bamboo sushi mat on a clean surface and cover it with plastic wrap. Lay a nori sheet shiny side down on the mat.
Keep a small bowl of water nearby to wet your hands. Spread an even layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving about 1 inch at the top free of rice. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the rice.
Carefully flip the nori so the rice is facing down. Place a few strips of cucumber, avocado, tofu, and a small amount of cooked spinach horizontally across the middle of the nori.
With firm but gentle pressure, use the bamboo mat to roll the nori into a tight cylinder, starting from the bottom edge closest to you. Use the water to seal the edge of the nori.
With a sharp knife, slice the roll into 8 equal pieces, wiping the blade with a damp cloth between cuts.
Repeat the process with the second nori sheet to make another roll.
Serve the Vegetarian Dragon Rolls with optional wasabi, pickled ginger, and extra soy sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1122 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 62.7 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2897 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.5 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.6 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.0 g | ||
| Protein | 36.2 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 607 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 2242 mg | 48% | |
*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.
