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Chicken Tempura Roll: Crunchy Sushi

Chicken Tempura Roll: Crunchy Sushi You Can Make at Home

Delight in the crispy goodness of Chicken Tempura Roll: Crunchy Sushi, a budget-friendly Japanese dish made easily at home.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Sushi Rice
  • 2 cups Short-Grain Rice Calrose or Nishiki are ideal choices.
  • 2.5 cups Cold Water Be sure it's cold for best results.
  • 3 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Enhances rice seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
Chicken Tempura
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Slice against the grain for tenderness.
  • 1 cup Plain Flour For coating the chicken.
  • 0.5 cup Corn Flour (Cornstarch) Enhances crunchiness.
  • 2-3 cups Neutral Cooking Oil Heat to 350°F (175°C) for frying.
Sushi Rolls
  • 4 sheets Nori Sheets Seaweed wrapper.
  • 1 piece Ripe Avocado Adds creaminess; mango can be used as an alternative.
  • Sesame Seeds Optional garnish.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Deep Skillet
  • bamboo sushi mat
  • Kitchen thermometer
  • colander
  • Large bowl
  • small bowl
  • Slotted spoon
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until clear, about 2-3 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
  2. Combine rinsed rice with cold water in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Lower heat and cover for 12 minutes, then let steam for 10 minutes.
  3. Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a bowl until dissolved. Fold the mixture into the steamed rice gently.
  4. Slice chicken breasts into thin strips and season with salt and pepper. Let sit to enhance flavors.
  5. Set up coating station with plain flour in one bowl and cornstarch in another, adding salt and pepper to the flour.
  6. Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C) using a thermometer.
  7. Coat chicken strips in flour and cornstarch, then fry in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack.
  8. Lay a nori sheet shiny side down on a bamboo mat, spread an even layer of sushi rice over it, leaving a 1-inch border.
  9. Place crispy chicken strips and avocado slices over the rice towards the bottom edge.
  10. Roll the mat away from you gently, using water to seal the edge of the nori.
  11. Slice the roll into 8 equal pieces with a wet, sharp knife and arrange on a serving platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover rolls in an airtight container for up to 24 hours. For freezing, wrap tightly and use within a month. Reheat in an oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.

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