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Sweet Potato Sushi Roll

Delicious Sweet Potato Sushi Roll That's Easy and Healthy

This Sweet Potato Sushi Roll blends roasted sweet potatoes and sushi rice, topped with spicy Sriracha mayo, making it a nutritious and delicious option for any meal.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Sushi Rice
  • 1 cup Sushi Rice or brown rice for a healthy twist
  • 1 cup Water for cooking rice
  • 2 tablespoons Seasoned Rice Vinegar or plain rice vinegar mixed with salt and sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to enhance flavor
For the Roll
  • 4 sheets Nori (Seaweed Paper) or soy wrappers for a different flavor
  • 2 cups Roasted Sweet Potatoes cut into matchsticks
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds white or black
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon Pickled Ginger traditional sushi companion
  • 1 teaspoon Wasabi to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Optional Sauces Sriracha mayo, bang bang sauce, eel sauce

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Baking Sheet
  • Bamboo Sushi Mat
  • Plastic wrap
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse 1 cup of sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. In your Instant Pot, combine the rinsed rice with 1 cup of water and a pinch of salt, then seal the lid. Cook on high pressure for 6 minutes, allowing a full natural release. Once cooked, transfer the fluffy rice into a bowl and gently fold in seasoned rice vinegar.
  2. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Peel and cut your sweet potatoes into ½-inch strips. Toss them in olive oil, ensuring they’re well-coated. Arrange on a baking sheet and roast for 15-25 minutes, turning once, until tender and slightly caramelized. Let cool before assembling rolls.
  3. Lay a bamboo sushi mat on a flat surface and cover it with plastic wrap. Place a nori sheet on the mat, shiny side down. Wet your hands and spread sushi rice over the nori, leaving about an inch gap at the top edge. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the rice.
  4. Flip the nori over so the rice is facing down. Position roasted sweet potato strips about 1 inch from the bottom edge of the nori. Optionally add avocado or cucumber for added flavor.
  5. Using the bamboo mat, gently lift the edge closest to you and roll tightly away from you, bringing the filling into the nori. Seal with a little water to help it stick.
  6. With a sharp, wet knife, slice the sushi roll into 6-8 equal pieces. Arrange on a serving platter and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 220mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure rice is perfectly cooked for a slightly sticky yet firm texture. Experiment with flavors by adding other ingredients like cucumber or avocado.

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