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Spicy Tuna Sushi Burger

35 minServes 2Nutri-Score C€€
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what you need

Ingredients

2 people
  • sushi rice (rinsed until water runs clear)Grains300 g
  • water (for cooking the rice)Other360 ml
  • rice vinegarPantry45 ml
  • sugarPantry20 g
  • saltSpices5 g
  • fresh tuna (sashimi-grade, finely chopped)Fish250 g
  • mayonnaisePantry60 g
  • srirachaPantry20 ml
  • sesame oilPantry5 ml
  • soy saucePantry15 ml
  • spring onion (finely sliced)Produce2 pieces
  • avocado (sliced)Produce1 piece
  • cucumber (thinly sliced)Produce0.5 pieces
  • nori sheets (cut to size)Pantry2 pieces
  • sesame seeds (toasted)Nuts & seeds10 g
  • vegetable oil (for greasing the moulds)Pantry15 ml

per serving

Nutrition

945kcal

Carbs
133 g
Proteins
34 g
Fat
31 g
Adapt tools

what you’ll use

Tools

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Frying pan

step by step

Method

  1. Cook the sushi rice

    • Rinse the sushi rice until the water runs clear, then drain.
    • Cook the rice with the water in a covered saucepan until tender and the water is absorbed.
    • Spread the rice on a tray to cool slightly.
    Step 1
  2. Season the rice

    • Warm the rice vinegar with the sugar and salt until dissolved.
    • Sprinkle the vinegar mixture over the rice and fold gently to combine.
    Step 2
  3. Make the spicy tuna

    • Mix the chopped tuna with the mayonnaise, sriracha, sesame oil and soy sauce.
    • Fold in the sliced spring onion.
    Step 3
  4. Shape the rice buns

    • Lightly grease small round moulds or ramekins with vegetable oil.
    • Press the seasoned rice firmly into the moulds to form two buns per burger.
    • Chill the rice buns so they hold their shape.
    Step 4
  5. Toast the rice buns

    • Sear the rice buns in a hot frying pan until golden and crisp on both sides.
    • Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the buns.
    Step 5
  6. Assemble the sushi burger

    • Place a rice bun on a nori sheet, then top with avocado and cucumber slices.
    • Spoon the spicy tuna over the vegetables.
    • Close with the second rice bun, wrap with the nori and serve.
    Step 6