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Rainbow Sushi Vegan Recipe by Veganbell

Rainbow Sushi Vegan Recipe

Hi friends! My experimental Rainbow Sushi turned out DELICIOUS so I’m very excited to share it with you.

Rainbow sushi is a colorful and delicious twist on traditional sushi. I dyed plain sushi rice with natural food coloring (beetroot, matcha, spirulina) to create a spectrum of vibrant hues.

I used cucumber, carrot, fried tofu, and avocado to make the filling. You can experiment with all you want to make your own version.

Rainbow sushi is a feast for the eyes and the taste buds. It is perfect for parties and gatherings, or for a fun and unique sushi night at home.

Let’s go! 🙂

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Rainbow Sushi

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Course -Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine -Japanese
Keyword -asian, japanese, rice
Prep Time -15 minutes
Cook Time -20 minutes
Total Time -35 minutes
Servings -8 servings
Calories -224kcal
Author -Veganbell
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Ingredients

For the sushi rice,

For the rainbow colors,

For the sushi fillings,

  • 1 carrot peeled and sliced into thin ribbons
  • 1 cucumber sliced into thin ribbons
  • Firm tofu cut into strips and fried
  • 1 ripe avocado sliced

Instructions

Step A: Cook the sushi rice

  • Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This step is essential to remove excess starch.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and 3.5 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed.
  • In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. When the rice is done, transfer it to a large mixing bowl and drizzle the vinegar mixture over it. Mix gently to combine. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.

Step B: Prepare the rainbow colors

  • In 3 separate small bowls, add beetroot powder, matcha powder, and blue spirulina powder. Add 1.5 to 2 tablespoons of water to each bowl. Mix well until the powders are completely dissolved.

Step C: Color the rice

  • Divide the cooked sushi rice into four equal portions.
  • Leave one portion white and add each colored mixture to the other three portions. Mix each portion thoroughly until the rice is evenly colored.

Step D: Assemble the rolls

  • Lay a bamboo sushi rolling mat on a clean surface. Place a sheet of nori on the mat, with the shiny side facing down.
  • Wet your hands to prevent sticking and take a small portion of each colored rice. Place them in horizontal stripes across the nori sheet (start from the bottom; gently press and even out the surface leaving about an inch of nori at the top free).
  • Add your desired fillings, such as carrot ribbons, cucumber ribbons, fried tofu strips, and avocado, on top of the rice.
  • Carefully lift the bamboo mat with the nori, and start rolling the sushi away from you, applying gentle pressure as you go. Seal the roll by moistening the edge of the nori with a little water.
  • Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients.

Step E: Slice and serve

  • Use a sharp, damp knife to slice the sushi rolls into bite-sized pieces.
  • Serve the rainbow sushi rolls with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi (if desired). Enjoy!
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Notes

  • You can get creative with your fillings, using other vegetables, fruits, or plant-based proteins that you enjoy.
  • The nutrition information is not complete and does not consider the tofu and other fillings.

Nutrition

Calories: 224 kcal | Carbohydrates: 42 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 4 g | Saturated Fat: 1 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3 g | Sodium: 452 mg | Potassium: 233 mg | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 2 g | Vitamin A: 1363 IU | Vitamin C: 4 mg | Calcium: 19 mg | Iron: 1 mg

If you enjoyed this Rainbow Sushi recipe, check out this delicious Creamy Miso Mushroom Pasta recipe I posted earlier.

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Keywords: Japanese, sushi, recipe, plant-based, cooking, japanese vegan recipes, rainbow rice, vegan asian food, lunch and dinner ideas

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