What is
Spicy Tuna Tempura Roll?

A delicious sushi roll featuring spicy tuna wrapped in sushi rice and seaweed, coated in a light tempura batter and deep-fried until crispy. It is often served with soy sauce, spicy mayo, or eel sauce for dipping.

Origins & History

The Spicy Tuna Tempura Roll is a modern fusion dish commonly found in Japanese sushi restaurants, particularly in Western countries. Its origins stem from traditional Japanese sushi but have been adapted to incorporate tempura frying, which is a cooking technique that originated in Japan in the 16th century.

Taste & Texture

The Spicy Tuna Tempura Roll offers a delightful combination of crunchy texture from the tempura batter and creamy, spicy tuna filling. The spiciness adds a kick, while the overall flavor is savory and umami-driven, complemented by the rice and seaweed.

Ingredients

Tuna

Fresh raw tuna, often seasoned with spicy mayo or Sriracha to add heat.

Tempura Batter

A light batter made from flour, egg, and cold water, used to coat the roll before deep-frying.

Sushi Rice

Short-grain rice seasoned with vinegar, sugar, and salt, providing a sticky base for the sushi roll.

Nori

Dried seaweed sheets used to wrap the sushi roll.

Spicy Mayonnaise

A creamy sauce made from mayonnaise mixed with Sriracha or other hot sauces, adding a spicy flavor.

Eel Sauce (optional)

A thick, sweet sauce made from soy sauce, sugar, and mirin, often drizzled over sushi.

This item may contain the following allergens:

Gluten

Fish

Soy

Eggs