Unagi Kyuri Maki (smoked Eel And Cucumber Roll)
Unagi Kyuri Maki, or Smoked Eel and Cucumber Roll, is a traditional dish from Ainu Cuisine, known for its simple yet flavorful ingredients and unique preparation methods.
Ingredients
- 4 sheets of nori (seaweed)
- 2 cups sushi rice
- 1 cucumber, julienned
- 8 oz smoked eel, sliced into thin strips
- Soy sauce, for dipping
- Wasabi, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the sushi rice according to package instructions and let it cool.
- Place a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down.
- Spread a thin layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving a small border at the top.
- Arrange the julienned cucumber and smoked eel strips in the center of the rice.
- Roll the sushi tightly using the bamboo mat, sealing the edge with a little water.
- Cut the roll into 6-8 pieces using a sharp knife.
- Serve the Unagi Kyuri Maki with soy sauce and wasabi.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 5 minutes
- Total time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 15g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Bamboo sushi mat
Tools
Sharp knife
Serving suggestions
Serve the Unagi Kyuri Maki with a side of pickled ginger and a bowl of miso soup for a complete Japanese dining experience.
Tips & tricks
For a vegetarian version, substitute the smoked eel with grilled tofu or avocado.
Cost
Medium