Description
Fusion Sushi Tacos bring together the bold flavors of spicy tuna and the fun of tacos with crispy nori shells, creamy avocado, cucumber, and jasmine rice. Topped with spicy mayo, eel sauce, and sesame seeds, each bite is an explosion of flavor.
Ingredients
For the Spicy Tuna:
1 lb ahi tuna, chopped into small pieces
¼ cup mayonnaise (Kewpie preferred)
3 tablespoons sriracha
1 to 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons sesame oil
½ lime, juiced
¼ cup green onions, thinly sliced (optional)
For the Spicy Mayo:
½ cup mayonnaise
1 to 2 tablespoons sambal
1 tablespoon sriracha
¼ teaspoon sesame oil
½ teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
For the Tempura Shells:
4 nori sheets, cut into squares
1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup cold club soda
1 large egg
Vegetable oil, as needed for frying
For the Tacos:
1 avocado, thinly sliced
1 cucumber, thinly sliced
Eel sauce, as needed
Toasted sesame seeds, as needed
Cooked jasmine rice, as needed
Instructions
- Prepare the Spicy Tuna:
- In a medium bowl, mix the chopped tuna with mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, and green onions (if using). Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Prepare the Spicy Mayo:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sambal, sriracha, sesame oil, sugar, and lemon juice. Set aside for drizzling later.
- Make the Tempura Shells:
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, pepper, paprika, chili powder, and garlic powder.
- Slowly add cold club soda and egg, whisking until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or wok to 350°F using a candy thermometer.
- Dip each nori square into the tempura batter and fry until golden and crispy, about 1-2 minutes. Drain on a rack.
- Assemble the Sushi Tacos:
- Layer jasmine rice into each crispy nori shell, followed by a generous portion of spicy tuna.
- Top with sliced avocado and cucumber, drizzle with spicy mayo and eel sauce, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve immediately while the shells are crispy and enjoy with lime wedges or a refreshing drink!
Notes
For a milder version, reduce the sriracha in both the tuna mix and spicy mayo.
Feel free to add other fruits like mango for a tropical twist or roasted vegetables like squash for a seasonal variation.
Ensure the oil is hot enough for frying to keep the nori shells crispy.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg