Name: Volcano Roll Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 1 cup sushi rice; 1 1/4 cups water; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 6 sushi seaweed sheets (nori); 12 tempura shrimp; 1 avocado, sliced; 1/4 cucumber, julienned; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon eel sauce (optional); Sesame seeds (for garnish); Chopped green onions (for garnish)

Introduction

The Volcano Roll is an exciting and flavorful sushi creation that combines crispy tempura shrimp with fresh avocado and cucumber. Topped with a spicy, creamy sauce that is broiled to perfection, this roll offers a delightful contrast of textures and tastes that is sure to impress both sushi lovers and newcomers alike.

Four sushi rolls sit close together on a white plate, each roll has a base layer of white sticky rice with a thin black seaweed layer inside wrapping orange spicy filling. On top of each roll is a creamy, textured orange sauce mixed with small bits, sprinkled with black and white sesame seeds, and chopped green onions. A shiny reddish-brown sauce is drizzled over the rolls and pooled a little on the plate. The background shows a white plate blurred out on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 cup sushi rice

1 1/4 cups water

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1 teaspoon sugar

1/4 teaspoon salt

6 sushi seaweed sheets (nori)

12 tempura shrimp

1 avocado, sliced

1/4 cucumber, julienned

2 tablespoons mayonnaise

1 tablespoon sriracha sauce

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 teaspoon sesame oil

1 teaspoon rice vinegar

1 tablespoon eel sauce (optional)

Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Chopped green onions (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Step 2: In a rice cooker, combine the rice and water and cook according to the rice cooker instructions.

Step 3: Once the rice is cooked, stir in the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Let it cool to room temperature.

Step 4: Lay a seaweed sheet on a bamboo sushi mat. Spread an even layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.

Step 5: Place 2 tempura shrimp, avocado slices, and cucumber strips along the bottom edge of the rice.

Step 6: Carefully roll the sushi tightly, using the bamboo mat to help shape it. Seal the roll by dampening the top edge of the nori with water.

Step 7: For the volcano topping, mix mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar in a small bowl.

Step 8: Place the sushi roll on a baking sheet, and spread the volcano topping over the roll.

Step 9: Broil the roll in the oven for 2-3 minutes or until the topping is bubbly and lightly browned.

Step 10: Slice the roll into bite-sized pieces and garnish with sesame seeds, eel sauce if using, and chopped green onions.

Tips & Variations

Use a sharp knife dipped in water to slice the sushi roll cleanly without crushing it.

Substitute tempura shrimp with tempura vegetables for a vegetarian version.

Adjust the amount of sriracha in the volcano sauce to control the spice level.

For added crunch, sprinkle toasted panko breadcrumbs on top before broiling.

Storage

Store any leftover sushi rolls covered tightly with plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 1 day to maintain freshness. Reheat the roll uncut under the broiler for a minute to warm the topping if desired, but sushi rice is best enjoyed fresh. Avoid freezing as it can alter the texture of the rice and seafood.

FAQs

Can I make the sushi rice without a rice cooker?

Yes, you can cook the sushi rice on the stovetop by combining the rice and water in a pot, bringing it to a boil, then simmering covered on low heat for about 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Let it rest off heat for 10 minutes before seasoning.

What if I don’t have eel sauce for garnish?

Eel sauce adds a sweet, savory finish but is optional. You can substitute with a drizzle of soy sauce mixed with a little honey or skip it altogether without impacting the main flavors of the roll.