Pumpkin Leaf Sushi Rolls (muboora Maki Rolls)
Pumpkin Leaf Sushi Rolls, also known as Muboora Maki Rolls, are a delightful fusion of Japanese sushi and Zimbabwean cuisine. These rolls are filled with a flavorful mixture of pumpkin leaves and other delicious ingredients, offering a unique and tasty dish that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice
- 8 pumpkin leaves, blanched and stems removed
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 cucumber, julienned
- 1 red bell pepper, julienned
- 4 nori seaweed sheets
- Soy sauce, for serving
- Pickled ginger, for serving
- Wasabi, for serving
Instructions
- Place a nori sheet on a bamboo sushi mat.
- Spread a thin layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving a small border at the top.
- Arrange a pumpkin leaf, carrot, cucumber, and bell pepper along the bottom edge of the nori.
- Roll the sushi tightly using the bamboo mat, sealing the edge with a little water.
- Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Slice the rolls into bite-sized pieces using a sharp knife.
- Serve the pumpkin leaf sushi rolls with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 180 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 5g
Supplies
Bamboo sushi mat Sharp knife
Tools
Cutting board Bowl for rice
Serving suggestions
Serve the pumpkin leaf sushi rolls with a side of fresh salad and a glass of chilled hibiscus tea for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a variation, you can add a sprinkle of sesame seeds or a drizzle of spicy mayo on top of the rolls for extra flavor.
Cost
$10