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Salatalıklı Maki
Medium 43 min~180 kcal 3/10
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Tamago Nigiri
A gently sweet Japanese omelet sits over seasoned sushi rice and is held in place with a narrow nori band.
Hard⏱️ 1 hr 20 min📖 1 min readServes 4~430 kcal🇯🇵 Japanese🌍 Full translation
45 min prep 25 min cook 10 min rest
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Timeline
Total 1 h 20 min- Prep45 min
- Resting/Marinating10 min
- Cooking25 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Japanese short grain rice
- 2.1 su bardağı(~420 ml) water
- 4 yemek kaşığı(~60 ml) rice vinegar
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) granulated sugar
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) salt
- 5 adet egg
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) soy sauce
- 1 yemek kaşığı(~15 ml) granulated sugar
- 1 yaprak Nori
- 0.5 su bardağı(~100 ml) Gari
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Instructions
- 1
Wash the rice until the water runs clear, cook it and season it with vinegar, sugar and salt.
40 min40:00 - 2
Beat eggs, soy sauce, sugar and little salt until smooth.
- 3
Lightly oil the tamagoyaki pan and cook the egg in thin layers.
10 min10:00 - 4
Wrap the omelette into a rectangular block and let it rest for 10 minutes.
10 min10:00 - 5
Cut the omelet into slices that will fit into rice bites.
- 6
Squeeze sushi rice into oval nigiri bites with wet hands.
- 7
Place the omelette slices on top of the rice and wrap them with a thin nori strip.
💡 Tip: Cooking the omelet in layers and over low heat preserves the spongy texture of the tamago.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve at room temperature with gari, wasabi and light soy sauce.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~430
kcal calories
17
g protein
62
g carbs
12
g fat
Protein 16%Carbs 58%Fat 26%
GI 69 · Medium GIGL 43 · High GL
9.5g
Sugar
0g
Fiber
812.7mg
Sodium
2g
Saturated 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.
Satiety (per serving)
4/10Moderate satiety, fine between meals
This recipe may contain allergens
- Egg
- Soy
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 Tamago Nigiri make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Tamago Nigiri take?
Prep 45 minutes, cooking 25 minutes, including 10 minutes of passive resting; 80 minutes in total.Is Tamago Nigiri difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Tamago Nigiri have?
Approximately 430 kcal per serving. Protein: 17g, carbs: 62g, fat: 12g.Which allergens does Tamago Nigiri contain?
This recipe contains Egg, Soy. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Tamago Nigiri belong to?
This recipe belongs to Japanese cuisine.How many ingredients does Tamago Nigiri need?
This recipe needs 10 ingredients.Is Tamago Nigiri filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 4/10; moderately filling, suitable between meals. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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