Umeboshi paste and crisp cucumber roll with vinegared rice and nori for a bright vegetarian sushi bite.
40 min prep 20 min cook
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Rinse the sushi rice until the water runs clear.
Soak the rice in water for 20 minutes, then cook.
Dissolve the rice vinegar, sugar and salt and fold into the hot rice with cutting motions.
Remove the cucumber seeds and cut the cucumbers into long strips.
Place nori on the bamboo mat and spread the rice thinly.
Spread umeboshi paste and add the cucumber strips.
Roll tightly and cut into 6 pieces with a sharp knife.
Serve with sesame seeds, soy sauce and pickled ginger.
💡 Tip: Removing the cucumber seeds keeps the roll from becoming watery.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve as an appetizer with green tea, soy sauce and pickled ginger.
~240
kcal calories
6
g protein
50
g carbs
2
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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