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"It is basically an Unagi roll with better PR. Way better PR. And taste.The Dragon roll has tempura fried shrimp and Avocado inside and BBQ eel on top. You can also add cucumber and tobiko inside like I did here."
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Published on February 16, 2016 | Byosowakki |
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The Ultimate Dragon Roll Recipe
It’s no secret that I love sushi, but this roll might just be one of my favorite creations to date. This Dragon Roll is similar to an Unagi Roll, but way better. This roll is topped with BBQ eel and loaded to perfection with tempura fried shrimp, avocado, cucumber, and tobiko. The fresh flavors of the vegetables balance out the richness of the tempura and the savory flavor bomb of the BBQ eel for the ultimate combination.
Not only is this Dragon Roll delicious, but it’s filled with health benefits that you can feel great about. Let’s break down each ingredient and see the benefits each one brings to the table:
- Eel is loaded with omega-3 fatty acids and packed with beneficial minerals
- Shrimp is a rich source of protein and is high in vitamins and minerals
- Avocado is high in heart-healthy fats and fiber
- Cucumber promotes hydration and is high in antioxidants
- Tobiko is high in healthy fats that protect the heart and liver
With all the incredible health benefits provided by this fresh and flavorful Dragon Roll, you can enjoy with confidence knowing that you’re providing your body with vital nutrients.
This roll may seem daunting because of the different components, but don’t stress! The steps may take some time, but they aren’t challenging. Make sure you allow plenty of time for prep so you don’t rush anything and you’ll do great. Whether you’re hosting a sushi party or making dinner for one, this mouthwatering Dragon Roll is sure to impress.
Did you say Eel?
Yes. BBQed sweet water eel. If you haven’t tried it yet please do. It would most likely arrive in a colorful packaging like this one. It is already cooked, and probably frozen or chilled. You only need to heat it up at home, but for the best result oven grill it for a few minutes.
Decoration
You can get quite creative with this roll. Next time I make it there’s going to be much more decoration going on. But for this one I simply used carrot sticks for Antennas and some Sriracha sauce for eyes. I could use Salmon Roe instead, and I’ve seen even crazier uses for eyes before. I’d really like to make one blowing fire made of spicy mayo. Next time.
The tempura
For this recipe I used tempura mix, but you can easily make tempura ‘from scratch’ with flower, water and a beaten egg. I’ll post a recipe for that as well as soon as I can.
One more thing
It’s a marathon. Dragon roll is a more complicated roll to make due to the heavy prep. Grilling the eel and frying the shrimp takes a bit of extra time so do plan ahead.
🐉 Dragon roll
osowakki
It is basically an Unagi roll with better PR. Way better PR. And taste.
The Dragon roll has tempura fried shrimp and Avocado inside and BBQ eel on top. You can also add cucumber and tobiko inside like I did here.
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Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 2 cups Sushi rice
- 3 Nori sheets
- 18 medium size Shrimp
- ½ cup tempura
- 1 Avocado
- 1 Cucumber
- 50 gr Tobiko
- 3 BBQed Eel
Instructions
Oven grill the BBQ eel for about 5 minutes
Mix ½ cup tempura mix and ½ cup cold water to make tempura batter
Dip shrimp in tempura
Deep fry until golden, leave to cool on paper towel
Cut a nori sheet in half, and cover with sushi rice
Flip the nori over, and place the shrimp and avocado across the nori
Roll it as you would an inside out sushi roll
Place the eel on the roll. Cover with plastic tape and tighten to the roll using the sushi mat
Cut through the plastic tape to 8 pieces. Transfer to serving plate.
Decorate with carrot sticks for antennas and red sauce for eyes. Serve with Unagi sauce
Keyword Dragon roll, sushi
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11 Responses to 🐉 Dragon roll sushi recipe
Prepare the rice as close as possible to making your sushi. It is not meant to be kept in the fridge.
Don’t use any other vinegar but rice vinegar. It won’t taste as good.
The working temperature for the rice is room temperature, while some prefer ‘body temperature’.
If you are making sushi rice for the first time, use only half the vinegar mixture. Mix. Taste. And decide if you want to add the rest.
Soak the rice in water for at least 20 minutes before cooking. That helps soften the rice grain kernel.
Use our calculator to decide exactly how much rice to make. It’s a shame make more than you really needed.
The average dinner would enjoy having 2 rolls in one sitting. Sometimes more. Absolutely no judgment.
Don’t forget to get creative. This is your sushi. Own it!
The vinegar mixture is only added after the rice has cooked.
Prepare the rice as close as possible to making your sushi. It is not meant to be kept in the fridge.
Don’t use any other vinegar but rice vinegar. It won’t taste as good.
The working temperature for the rice is room temperature, while some prefer ‘body temperature’.
If you are making sushi rice for the first time, use only half the vinegar mixture. Mix. Taste. And decide if you want to add the rest.
Soak the rice in water for at least 20 minutes before cooking. That helps soften the rice grain kernel.
Use our calculator to decide exactly how much rice to make. It’s a shame make more than you really needed.
The average dinner would enjoy having 2 rolls in one sitting. Sometimes more. Absolutely no judgment.
Don’t forget to get creative. This is your sushi. Own it!
The vinegar mixture is only added after the rice has cooked.
jeanMay 12, 2023 at 9:47 pm#
Is Dragon Roll sushi a traditional Japanese sushi roll?Reply
Joshua RatliffDecember 23, 2023 at 12:36 am#
Hosomaki, Enomaki, and Futomaki are the traditional types in Osaka. Nagiri is the mainstay to enjoy the beauty of the fish. Sashimi is not sushi but common.
Avocado is a western ingredient usually found as Toro (fatty tuna belly) in the East. Think creamy texture. Uramaki (inside out roll) is a western diversion from traditional maki.
I never focused so much on what is traditional as what I like to eat. Japanese still like Uramaki. Deep fried rolls. All the crazy stuff we have done in the west to sushi. Enjoy what you like. Traditional sushi is 1-2 in gradients, sushi rice, nori, roll, 6 pieces.
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AnonymousMarch 18, 2021 at 4:05 pm#
i cant wait to test this out reviews on the rice was really good so I can’t wait to test this out
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Lindsay NilesJuly 13, 2019 at 2:18 am#
Freshwater eel is heavily harvested in my state but most are exported for international sale. I wish it were easier to find here because eel is my favorite!
Dragon rolls are so beautiful and delicious. I’d make them all the time if I could.
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Jane W.August 14, 2018 at 10:45 am#
I thought making dragon roll is somewhat very difficult. You simplified the process here. I would try to make it. Thanks.
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Catherine MattNovember 8, 2017 at 9:08 pm#
Wow! How to make dragon roll! This is really worth sharing. I can’t wait to start up.
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Wren SmithOctober 8, 2017 at 8:39 am#
It amazes me that all these recipes is offered for free. I’ve learnt a lot here and I will keep learning. Thanks to the Sushi pros behind this gesture.
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Sophia MadisonSeptember 14, 2017 at 12:44 pm#
I attended a paid seminar on how to make Dragon roll sushi after which I tried twice but I couldn’t get it properly, I was searching the net to get more information and I got to this site. Everything I need, I just got it easily and this time I was successful. This is a good initiative! Thanks.
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Dragon Lover yum yumAugust 13, 2016 at 3:25 am#
The roll makes a single dragon that you would then slice in to 6 pieces.
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GretaJuly 13, 2016 at 4:30 am#
I really want to make this, but I’m not sure about one thing: is a “roll” of sushi one big thing that has to be cut up into pieces, or is each of the pieces a roll?
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