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Sushi Tacos: Quick, Flavor-Packed Fun for Your Dinner Table

Sushi Tacos combine the crunch of taco shells with the savory goodness of sushi rice for a delicious meal that's ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Fusion, Japanese
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Assembly
  • 1 cup Sushi Rice Short-grain rice for best results
  • 8 pieces Taco Shells Store-bought for convenience
For Delicious Toppings
  • 200 grams Spicy Salmon/Tuna Substitute with shrimp or vegetables if desired
  • 1 tablespoon Furikake Choose varieties that complement fish
  • 1 teaspoon Shichi-mi Tōgarashi Adjust based on spice tolerance

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Rice cooker
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear, then cook with 1 ¼ cups water according to package instructions. Let rice sit covered for 10 minutes.
  2. Crisp store-bought taco shells by microwaving for 30 seconds or baking at 400°F (200°C) for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Assemble tacos by placing sushi rice in each shell, pressing down gently.
  4. Layer thin slices of spicy salmon or tuna on top of the rice.
  5. Finish with furikake and shichi-mi tōgarashi. Optionally add slices of avocado or cucumber.
  6. Serve immediately for optimal crunch and freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh sushi-grade fish for best results and enjoy experimenting with different toppings. Store leftovers properly to maintain freshness.

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