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Tako Nigiri
Tender boiled octopus sits over seasoned sushi rice, finished with wasabi and a clean knife cut.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 5 min📖 1 min readServes 4~290 kcal🇯🇵 Japanese🌍 Full translation
45 min prep 20 min cook
- #High Protein
- #Low Calorie
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Timeline
Total 1 h 5 min- Prep45 min
- Cooking20 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
For the sushi rice
- 1.5 su bardağı(~300 ml) Short-grain sushi rice
- 1.8 su bardağı(~360 ml) Water
- 4 yemek kaşığı(~60 ml) Rice vinegar
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Sugar
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Salt
For the filling
- 300 gr Cooked octopus tentacle
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Wasabi
- 1 yaprak Nori strip
For serving
- 3 yemek kaşığı(~45 ml) Soy sauce
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Sesame seeds
- 40 gr Pickled ginger
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Instructions
- 1
Rinse the sushi rice until the water runs clear.
- 2
Cook the rice with water for 18 minutes and rest, covered, for 10 minutes.
28 min28:00 - 3
Dissolve the rice vinegar, sugar and salt and mix into the rice.
- 4
Slice the cooked octopus thinly on the diagonal with a sharp knife.
- 5
Make shallow cuts on the surface of each slice.
- 6
Wet your hands with vinegared water and shape the rice into oval pieces.
- 7
Spread a little wasabi on the rice, place an octopus slice on top and secure with a nori strip.
- 8
Serve with soy sauce, sesame seeds and pickled ginger.
💡 Tip: Cutting the octopus thinly keeps the nigiri balanced enough to eat in one bite.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with soy sauce, wasabi and pickled ginger.
Nutrition (per serving)
~290
kcal calories
20
g protein
42
g carbs
4
g fat
Protein 28%Carbs 59%Fat 13%
GI 47 · Low GIGL 20 · High GL
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.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Soy
- Seafood
- Sesame
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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FAQ
How many servings does Tako Nigiri make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Tako Nigiri take?
Prep 45 minutes, cooking 20 minutes; 65 minutes in total.Is Tako Nigiri difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Tako Nigiri have?
Approximately 290 kcal per serving. Protein: 20g, carbs: 42g, fat: 4g.Which allergens does Tako Nigiri contain?
This recipe contains Soy, Seafood, Sesame. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Tako Nigiri belong to?
This recipe belongs to Japanese cuisine.How many ingredients does Tako Nigiri need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.
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