Octopus Ball-Style Gunkan Maki
A fun fusion sushi roll featuring crispy octopus balls (takoyaki) wrapped in nori and rice, topped with shredded purple cabbage and a drizzle of soy sauce. Quick, easy, and perfect for a snack or light meal.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 2 sheets nori sheets
- 6 pieces frozen takoyaki (octopus balls)
- ½ cup purple cabbage
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
Instructions
- 1
Cook the 1 cup sushi rice according to package directions, then let it cool slightly until sticky but manageable, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Heat the 6 frozen takoyaki in a microwave or oven until hot and crispy, about 3-4 minutes, then slice each into halves.
- 3
Cut the 2 nori sheets into strips about 2 inches wide. Wrap each strip around a small handful of rice to form an oval or boat shape, leaving the top open.
- 4
Fill each rice boat with the takoyaki halves and top with the 0.5 cup shredded purple cabbage.
- 5
Drizzle the 2 tbsp soy sauce over the top just before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- microwave or oven
- knife
- cutting board
- small bowl
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