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Dynamite Roll

Dynamite Roll Recipe: Homemade Sushi with a Crunchy Twist

Experience the delicious Dynamite Roll, a sushi classic featuring crunchy tempura shrimp and creamy avocado.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 rolls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sushi Rice
  • 1 cup short-grain sushi rice Use for authentic sticky experience
For the Filling
  • 8 oz imitation crab sticks Can substitute with real crab meat
  • 2 tablespoons Japanese mayonnaise Kewpie recommended for best flavor
  • 1 medium avocado Use ripe for best results
  • 1 medium English cucumber Persian cucumber is acceptable
  • 6 pieces tempura fried shrimp Key for crunch
For the Wrap
  • 1 sheet toasted nori seaweed Choose toasted for richer flavor
For the Toppings
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds Sprinkle for extra crunch
  • 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds Optional garnish
  • 2 tablespoons unagi sauce Sweet and savory drizzle
  • 2 tablespoons spicy mayo Adjust spice level with sriracha

Equipment

  • Bamboo sushi mat
  • Rice cooker
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Dynamite Roll
  1. Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear, cook in rice cooker with water for about 20 minutes, let cool and season with rice vinegar.
  2. Chop imitation crab sticks, mix with Japanese mayonnaise in a bowl until coated.
  3. Lay bamboo mat on a flat surface, cover with plastic wrap, and gather all ingredients for rolling.
  4. Place nori shiny side down on sushi mat covering ⅔ of the mat.
  5. Wet hands, grab sushi rice, and spread over nori leaving about 1 inch at the top.
  6. Sprinkle sesame seeds over rice, layer crab mixture, avocado, cucumber, and tempura shrimp.
  7. Lift bamboo mat edge closest to you and roll ingredients tightly away, sealing edge with moisture.
  8. Slice roll into 8 pieces, drizzle with unagi sauce and spicy mayo before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Fresh ingredients enhance flavors; use a wet knife for clean cuts; keep hands damp to prevent sticking.

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