How to Make Spicy Shrimp Roll Amazing: Tips & Tricks
Want to make the perfect Spicy Shrimp Roll at home? Get simple tips, must-have ingredients, and rolling tricks. Learn more!
Ingredients
- Shrimp medium-sized, peeled, deveined
- Sushi rice short-grain
- Nori sheets seaweed
- Mayonnaise Japanese Kewpie preferred
- Sriracha sauce
- Cucumber thinly sliced
- Avocado optional
- Rice vinegar sugar, salt
- Soy sauce – for dipping obviously.
- Sesame seeds optional
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Shrimp
- Sauté shrimp in a hot pan with a touch of oil, salt, and pepper. Two minutes per side
Step 2: Make the Spicy Mayo
- Mix two tablespoons of mayo with one tablespoon of Sriracha. Adjust spice to taste.
Step 3: Season the Rice
- mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Fold it gently into the cooked sushi rice.
Step 4: Set Up the Rolling Station
- Lay a bamboo mat on a flat surface. Place a nori sheet shiny side down. Wet your fingers and spread rice evenly
Step 5: Add the Fillings
- Line up shrimp, cucumber, and avocado slices across the center. Drizzle a bit of spicy mayo.
Step 6: Roll It Up
- Lift the bamboo mat edge closest to you and start rolling forward, pressing gently but firmly.
Step 7: Slice and Serve
- Use a sharp knife dipped in water to cut the roll into 6–8 pieces. Don’t rush this clean the knife between slices for neat cuts.
Notes
Nutritional Information
- Calories: ~310
- Protein: 18g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fiber: 2g