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Elegant Dragon Roll with Tempura Shrimp Awaits You!

A delicious and visually stunning sushi roll featuring tempura shrimp, fresh mango, and creamy avocado, perfect for sushi lovers.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sushi
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups sushi rice
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 1/3 cup rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 8 sheets nori seaweed
  • 8 large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup tempura batter mix
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1 ripe mango sliced into thin strips
  • 1 ripe avocado sliced into thin strips
  • Soy sauce for serving
  • Wasabi and pickled ginger for serving
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
  • Green onions chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. 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. Once cooked, let it sit covered for 10 minutes.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt over low heat. Stir until sugar and salt dissolve. Pour the mixture over the cooked rice and gently fold to combine. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the tempura batter mix with cold water until smooth. Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F. Dip the shrimp in the batter and carefully fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  4. Place a bamboo sushi mat on a flat surface. Lay one sheet of nori, shiny side down, on the mat. Wet your hands to prevent sticking, then spread about 1/2 cup of sushi rice evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
  5. Arrange a few strips of mango, avocado, and 2-3 pieces of tempura shrimp horizontally across the rice.
  6. Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the sushi away from you, pressing gently to form a tight roll. Seal the edge of the nori with a little water.
  7. Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients. Once all rolls are made, slice each roll into 6-8 pieces using a sharp knife dipped in water.
  8. Arrange the sushi on a platter, sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a spicy kick, add a drizzle of sriracha or spicy mayo over the top before serving.
  • Substitute the shrimp with cooked crab or tofu for a vegetarian option.

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