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Soy-Marinated Tuna Sushi

From cutting to marinating, careful craftsmanship results in this mouth-watering Soy-Marinated Tuna Sushi. A classic of Japanese cuisine, the delicate flavors and texture of this visually stunning traditional dish provide not only a feast for the eyes but also a delight to your tastebuds.

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Total Time

1hr 20min

5.0

1 Ratings

Author: CHEF'S HAT

Servings:

Ingredients

Mixed Sushi Vinegar

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2 Tbsp

Salt

•

1 Tbsp

Brown Sugar

•

6.5 oz

Red Rice Vinegar

Sushi Rice

•

4 cups

Sushi Rice

•

27.5 fl oz

Water

Marinade

•

to taste

Soy Sauce

•

to taste

Mirin

Marinated Tuna

•

1 block

Lean Tuna

•

1/2 tsp

Wasabi Paste

Cooking Instructions

Wash the Sushi Rice (4 cups) . Put it in a strainer and drain the water for about 40 minutes.

Add the rice prepared in step 1 to Water (27.5 fl oz) and soak for 15 to 20 minutes.

Cook the rice prepared in step 2. When it is cooked, add the combined Salt (2 Tbsp) , Brown Sugar (1 Tbsp) , and Red Rice Vinegar (6.5 oz) and mix.

Combine Soy Sauce (to taste) and Mirin (to taste) , bring them to a boil for a little while, then bring them to room temperature.

Use the weight of a long-bladed knife to cut the Lean Tuna (1 block) with one stroke.

Marinate the cut tuna in the marinade for 2-3 minutes and wipe off the excess liquid.

Make sushi. Serve with Wasabi Paste (1/2 tsp) .

Author's Notes

Makes about 13 servings (based on tuna volume).

Nutrition Per Serving

CALORIES

252

FAT

0.6 g

PROTEIN

9.8 g

CARBS

50.6 g