Avokado Sushi Koek

’n Maklike, moderne weergawe van sushi — lae van rys, tuna (of krap), avokado en speserye wat saam ’n ongelooflike geurige “sushi koek” vorm.
Bestanddele:
- 2 koppies gekookte sushi-rys (Gebruik kortkorrel rys of Japannese sushi-rys – beskikbaar by Checkers of Woolworths)
- ¼ koppie rysasyn (Rice Vinegar – Kikkoman of Woolworths Asian Range)
- 1 teelepel Sriracha sous (of enige ander warm sous vir ’n bietjie byt)
- 1 avokado, in blokkies gesny
- Ongeveer 170 g (6 oz) spicy tuna of krapslaai (jy kan gebruik: fyngedrukte krapstokkies gemeng met mayo, sout, peper
- en ’n bietjie Sriracha)
- 1 klein jalapeño, dun gesny (opsioneel vir ekstra hitte)
- 1 vel nori (seewier), fyngedruk of gekrummel
- Spicy mayo (meng 2 eetlepels mayonnaise + ½ teelepel Sriracha)
- Eel sauce (soet sushi-sous, beskikbaar by sushi-afdeling of vervang met soet sojasous gemeng met ’n bietjie heuning)
- Gekapte sprietuie (green onions) vir garnering
Metode:
- Bereiding van die rys:
- Meng die gekookte sushi-rys met die rysasyn en Sriracha.
- Roer liggies sodat die geur eweredig versprei.
- Lae bou:
- Smeer ’n dun lagie olie of plaas kleefplastiek in ’n klein ronde pan of springvormpan.
- Skep helfte van die rys onderin en druk dit liggies vas.
- Smeer die spicy tuna of krapslaai oor die rys.
- Voeg die blokkies avokado en verkruimelde nori bo-op.
- Bedek met die oorblywende rys en druk liggies vas sodat dit soos ’n koek vorm.
- Garneer en bedien:
- Plaas jalapeño-skyfies bo-op.
- Drup spicy mayo en eel sauce bo-oor vir daardie egte sushi-geur.
- Strooi vars gekapte sprietuie oor vir ’n mooi afwerking.
- Bedieningswenke:
- Sit koud voor, soos gewone sushi.
- Bedien met sojasous, ingelegde gemmer en wasabi aan die kant.
- Jy kan ook klein porsies sny soos sushi-blokkies vir ’n partytjie of voorgereg.
<<< TRANSLATION >>>
Avocado Sushi Cake

An easy, modern take on sushi — layers of rice, tuna (or crab), avocado, and spices that come together to form an incredibly flavorful “sushi cake.”
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice (Use short grain rice or Japanese sushi rice – available at Checkers or Woolworths)
- ¼ cup rice vinegar (Rice Vinegar – Kikkoman or Woolworths Asian Range)
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce (or any other hot sauce for a little bite)
- 1 avocado, diced
- About 170 g (6 oz) spicy tuna or crab salad (you can use: crushed crab sticks mixed with mayo, salt, pepper
- and a little Sriracha)
- 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional for extra heat)
- 1 sheet nori (seaweed), crushed or crumbled
- Spicy mayo (mix 2 tablespoons mayonnaise + ½ teaspoon Sriracha)
- Eel sauce (sweet sushi sauce, available in the sushi section or replace with sweet soy sauce mixed with a little honey)
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Method:
- Preparing the rice:
- Mix the cooked sushi rice with the rice vinegar and Sriracha.
- Stir gently so that the flavor spreads evenly.
- Layer construction:
- Apply a thin layer of oil or place cling film in a small round pan or springform pan.
- Spread half of the rice in the bottom and press it down gently.
- Spread the spicy tuna or crab salad over the rice.
- Add the diced avocado and crumbled nori on top.
- Cover with the remaining rice and press down gently to form a cake.
- Garnish and serve:
- Place jalapeño slices on top.
- Drizzle spicy mayo and eel sauce over the top for that authentic sushi flavor.
- Sprinkle with freshly chopped spring onions for a nice finish.
- Serving tips:
- Serve cold, like regular sushi.
- Serve with soy sauce, pickled ginger and wasabi on the side.
- You can also cut into small portions like sushi cubes for a party or appetizer.
