Description

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Easy Homemade Dragon Rolls, a visually stunning sushi dish perfect for any occasion. These rolls feature layers of creamy avocado, crispy tempura shrimp, and refreshing cucumber, all wrapped in delicate nori and seasoned sushi rice. With a drizzle of spicy mayo and a side of soy sauce, each bite offers an explosion of taste that will transport you straight to your favorite sushi bar—all from the comfort of your kitchen.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups sushi rice
1/4 cup rice vinegar
4 sheets nori
8 pieces tempura shrimp (cooked)
1 ripe avocado (sliced)
1/2 English cucumber (sliced into strips)
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Sriracha
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce

Instructions

Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear. Cook according to package instructions. Once cooked, mix with rice vinegar while warm and let cool.
Prepare ingredients by slicing avocado and cucumber. Cook tempura shrimp if using frozen.
On a bamboo mat, place nori shiny side down and spread sushi rice over three-quarters of the sheet.
In the center of the rice, add tempura shrimp, avocado slices, and cucumber strips.
Roll tightly from the bottom using the bamboo mat and seal with water on the edge.
Slice into bite-sized pieces with a wet knife and serve with spicy mayo and soy sauce.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 rolls (160g)
Calories: 400
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor; ripe avocados are essential. For variations, try adding different proteins like crab sticks or smoked salmon. Customize your dipping sauces by mixing in additional spices or herbs.