Konjac Sushi
Diet-Friendly Konjac Sushi Recipe for a Healthy Meal
Introducing a delicious yet low-calorie recipe for Konjac Sushi, perfect for your diet! Let’s make a healthy and satisfying sushi that you can enjoy without guilt.
Main Ingredients- 125g konjac
- 1 bowl of rice (brown or white)
- 1 Tbsp carrot (finely chopped)
- 1 Tbsp onion (finely chopped)
- 1 Tbsp scallion (finely chopped)
- 1 Tbsp paprika (finely chopped)
- Nori seaweed (for sushi belts)
Konjac Seasoning- 1/2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1/2 Tbsp vinegar
Sushi Vinegar (Sushi-zu)- 2 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 1/2 Tbsp salt
- 1/2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1/2 Tbsp vinegar
Sushi Vinegar (Sushi-zu)- 2 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 1/2 Tbsp salt
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 125g of konjac. Cut the konjac into approximately 3-4cm squares, then slice them thinly. Bring water to a boil with a splash of vinegar, and blanch the konjac slices for about 30 seconds. Immediately rinse under cold water and drain thoroughly. Now, let’s season the konjac. In a bowl, combine 1/2 Tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 Tbsp sugar, and 1/2 Tbsp vinegar. Mix well until the konjac is evenly coated. Let it marinate for about 30 minutes; this will allow the konjac to absorb a subtle soy sauce flavor. If it’s warm weather, store it in the refrigerator to prevent spoilage. Remember to gently toss the konjac every 10 minutes to ensure the seasoning distributes evenly and beautifully.
Step 2
Next, let’s make the sushi vinegar, which will give the sushi its signature sweet and sour taste. This ratio is a great one to remember and use for other sushi recipes! In a bowl, combine 2 Tbsp vinegar, 1 Tbsp sugar, and 1/2 Tbsp salt. Stir well until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved. Giving it a little time to dissolve ensures a clean and well-balanced sushi vinegar.
Step 3
Once the sushi vinegar is ready, it’s time to season the rice. Take 1 bowl of cooked rice and add any leftover vegetables you have in your fridge. Finely chop about 1 Tbsp each of carrot, onion, scallion, and paprika and add them to the rice. Pour the prepared sushi vinegar over the rice and vegetables, and mix everything gently until well combined. The colorful vegetables not only make the sushi visually appealing but are also a fantastic way to encourage picky eaters to enjoy their veggies!
Step 4
Now, we need to prepare the nori seaweed strips to hold the sushi together. Cut the nori sheets lengthwise into strips about 1cm wide. These belts will help secure the sushi shape neatly.
Step 5
All preparations are complete! Let’s start assembling the sushi. Divide the seasoned rice into about 12 portions. Flatten each portion gently in your palm and shape it into an oval sushi base. (Tip: These portions might be a bit large for children. Feel free to adjust the size of the rice base and konjac to suit your preference.)
Step 6
Gently place a piece of the pre-seasoned konjac onto each rice base. Lightly press the konjac to ensure it sits securely on the rice.
Step 7
Wrap a strip of nori seaweed around the sushi to secure the konjac and rice. This final touch not only holds everything together but also adds a lovely presentation. And just like that, your Konjac Sushi is almost ready!
Step 8
Ta-da! Your healthy and delicious Diet Konjac Sushi is complete. It’s visually appealing and wonderfully tasty. Enjoy!
