Spicy Tuna Hand Rolls, My Way

I love my sushi but imitating the delicate nigiri or sushi rolls at home has always been a challenge. Here is a quick recipe for "my style" spicy tuna rolls which doesn't include rice. And don't be disappointed if they fall apart easily...

Spicy Tuna Hand Rolls, My Way

1 lb. grade A Ahi Tuna

2 Tb. sesame oil, or to taste

1-2 Tb tamari, or to taste

1 jalapeno

1 avocado, sliced

1/2 cucumber, peeled and julienned

4 lettuce leaves

sunflower sprouts

Gomasio

Chop some sushi grade ahi tuna in small cubes. Mix with a little sesame oil, gomasio, tamari, minced jalapeno. Take large spoonful of tuna mix and place on lower corner of Nori seaweed sheet. Top with slices of avocado, cucumber and lettuce leaf, and a few sunflower sprouts. Roll and use a little moisture to keep seaweed roll secure. For extra color and crunch add julienned daikon or carrots. Roll & enjoy!

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