Ikura
Ikura is a type of sushi that features salmon roe. The roe is marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, sake, and mirin to give it a sweet and salty flavor.
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Ingredients - Serves 4
- Nori sheets - 4
- Sushi rice - 2 cups, cooked
- Mirin - 1 tablespoon
- Sake - 1 tablespoon
- Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Salmon roe - 1 cup
Let's Get Started
- In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, sake, and mirin.
- Add the salmon roe to the bowl and gently stir to coat the roe in the marinade. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the sushi rice according to the package instructions.
- Place a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat. Spread a thin layer of sushi rice on the nori, leaving a small margin at the top for sealing the roll.
- Spoon a line of marinated salmon roe across the rice.
- Roll the sushi tightly using the bamboo mat, applying pressure evenly across the roll. Wet the top margin of the nori and seal the roll.
- Slice the roll into bite-sized pieces using a sharp knife. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Serve the ikura with soy sauce and wasabi on the side.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 5g
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