Spiced Sweet Potato Sushi Rolls

Minimalist dining setup with spiced sweet potato sushi rolls, garnished with sesame and cilantro, reflecting an African-Asian fusion aesthetic.
Spiced Sweet Potato Sushi Rolls

Introduction

Embark on a culinary journey that merges the heartwarming comforts of African and Asian cuisines into a single, delectable dish. This fusion recipe, featuring spiced sweet potato sushi rolls, is designed to tantalize your taste buds with its vibrant flavors and textures.

Ingredients

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into thin strips
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp coriander
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup sushi rice
  • 1 1/4 cups water
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 4 nori sheets
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1 cucumber, julienned
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • Optional garnishes: sesame seeds, chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss the sweet potato strips with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes or until tender.
  3. While the sweet potatoes roast, rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Add the rice and water to a rice cooker and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  4. Once the rice is cooked, stir in the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt.
  5. Lay a nori sheet on a bamboo sushi mat. Spread a thin layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving a small margin at the top.
  6. Arrange a line of roasted sweet potato, avocado slices, cucumber, and carrot along the bottom of the rice-covered nori.
  7. Carefully roll the sushi using the mat, pressing gently to keep everything tight.
  8. Slice the sushi roll into 6-8 pieces and repeat with the remaining ingredients.
  9. Serve the sushi rolls with optional garnishes like sesame seeds and chopped cilantro.

Enjoy these spiced sweet potato sushi rolls as a delightful lunch or a light dinner. They are not only a feast for the eyes but also a nutritious choice that brings a slice of Africa and Asia right to your dining table. Happy cooking!

Nia

Additional Information
NutritionfactsCalories: 240 per serving, Fat: 9g, Carbohydrates: 36g, Protein: 4g 
Preparation Time45 minutes 
Allergy InformationSesame seeds, Avocado