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Volcano Roll

Savor the Flavor: Delicious Volcano Roll Recipe at Home

Create a stunning Volcano Roll at home, a spicy sushi delight that impresses with flavor and presentation.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sushi Base
  • 1 cup Sushi Rice Rinse until water runs clear
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar For flavoring the sushi rice
  • 1 sheet Nori Shiny side down
For the Filling
  • 1 medium Avocado Slice into strips
  • 1 medium Cucumber Slice thinly
  • 1 cup Imitation Crab or Cooked Shrimp Can substitute with baked salmon or tofu
For the Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise For creaminess
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust to heat preference
  • 2 tablespoons Unagi Sauce Drizzle for flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion Finely chopped for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Black Sesame Seeds Optional garnish
To Enhance Flavor
  • Oil or Butter Optional for greasing or flavor

Equipment

  • Bamboo sushi mat
  • sharp knife
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear, then cook according to package instructions (about 15-20 minutes). Mix in rice vinegar and cool to room temperature.
  2. Combine imitation crab or cooked shrimp, mayonnaise, and sriracha in a bowl, mixing until evenly coated.
  3. Slice avocado and cucumber into thin strips for filling.
  4. Lay nori shiny side down on sushi mat. Spread cooled sushi rice evenly, leaving an inch at the top.
  5. Layer avocado and cucumber strips at the bottom edge of rice-covered nori. Roll it tightly, sealing the nori.
  6. Slice the roll into 6-8 pieces using a sharp, wet knife.
  7. Spoon seafood mixture over sliced roll, drizzle with unagi sauce, and sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
  8. Optional: Broil for 1-2 minutes for extra crisp.
  9. Plate and serve with dipping sauces and sides like miso soup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep hands damp while rolling to prevent sticking. Use a sharp knife for clean cuts. Optionally chill before cutting for easier slicing. Store leftovers in an airtight container with parchment paper to maintain freshness.

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