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Tekkamaki Tuna Roll Recipe

Tekkamaki Tuna Roll Recipe

Learn how to make the fancy Tekkamaki tuna roll from scratch with easy steps and zero effort.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Total Time 50 mins
Servings 24 pieces (4 rolls)

Ingredients
  

Sushi rice

  • 1 ½ cup of sushi rice
  • 1 ½ cup of water
  • 1 ½ tablespoon of sushi vinegar (optional) (Made by mixing 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1/2 tablespoon sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt)

For Tekka maki

  • 4 oz of sashimi gradetuna
  • 2 nori sheets
  • 2 tablespoons of sesame seeds(Toasting them is preferred)

Optional for serving

  • Soy sauce
  • Wasabi

Instructions
 

  • Slice your tuna into ½-inch slices.
  • Start making your sushi rolls by Spreading your rolling mat with a plastic wrap on top to easily clean up after.
  • Separate each nori sheet into two halves using a pair of scissors. Lay each half on the rolling mat.
  • On the nori sheet, put ¾ cup of the cooked rice. Wet your fingertips with tezu water before you start rolling the sheet. Make sure the rice form a thin sheet.
  • Spread the toasted sesame seeds evenly on top.
  • Transfer the slices of tuna on top of the rice.
  • With your thumbs beneath the rolling mat, lift the edge above the fillings and start rolling it away from you, all while gently yet firmly pressing on the roll.
  • Cut your roll into bite-sized pieces. Enjoy.