Sweet raw spot prawn rests on seasoned rice for a soft, clean nigiri with a gentle wasabi note.
45 min prep 20 min cook
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Wash the rice until the water runs clear and drain for 20 minutes.
Cook the rice with the measured water and keep it covered for 10 minutes.
Gently fold the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt into the rice.
Peel the botan ebi shrimp and remove the vein.
Butterfly the shrimp from the belly side so they lie flat on the nigiri.
Shape oval pieces of rice and spread a little wasabi on each.
Lay the shrimp over the rice and serve with soy sauce and pickled ginger.
💡 Tip: Keeping the tail end neat while shelling the shrimp makes the nigiri look clean.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve cold with wasabi, pickled ginger, and light soy sauce.
~276
kcal calories
20
g protein
44
g carbs
3
g fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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