Description
Chili-Lime Mango-Coconut Sushi Rolls are a refreshing twist on traditional sushi, combining sweet mango, creamy avocado, and a hint of spice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sushi rice
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ripe mango, peeled and sliced into thin strips
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut, sweetened or unsweetened
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 4 sheets nori (seaweed)
- Soy sauce, for serving
- Lime wedges, for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Gently fold this mixture into the cooked rice, being careful not to mash the grains. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.
- Prepare your rolling station by placing a bamboo sushi mat on a clean surface. Lay a sheet of nori, shiny side down, on the mat.
- Wet your hands to prevent sticking, then take about 1/2 cup of sushi rice and spread it evenly over the nori, leaving about 1 inch at the top edge. Sprinkle the shredded coconut evenly over the rice.
- Arrange a few strips of mango and avocado in a line across the center of the rice. Sprinkle with chili powder and cayenne pepper if using.
- Starting from the bottom edge of the mat, carefully roll the sushi away from you, tucking the filling in as you go. Roll tightly but not too tight, and use a little water on the top edge of the nori to seal the roll.
- Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 6-8 pieces. Wipe the knife with a damp cloth between cuts for cleaner slices.
- Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients. Serve the sushi rolls with soy sauce and lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add sliced jalapeños or sriracha sauce to the filling.
- Substitute the mango with other fruits like strawberries or kiwi for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Chili-Lime Mango-Coconut Sushi Rolls, Sushi, Vegetarian Sushi