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Keto Sushi

A low-carb sushi alternative using riced cauliflower and your choice of protein for a fresh, sushi-like roll.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time12 minutes
Servings: 2 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cauliflower florets chopped, approximately half a large cauliflower
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar-free powdered sweetener
  • 2 sheets nori
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sushi-grade salmon or protein of choice
  • 1/2 small cucumber sliced into strips
  • 1/8 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • 1 serving wasabi optional

Instructions

  • Add the chopped cauliflower florets to a food processor and pulse until the texture resembles rice.
  • Transfer the riced cauliflower to a microwave-safe bowl, sprinkle with the salt, and microwave on high for 4–5 minutes until tender.
  • Wrap the cooked cauliflower in a clean towel or paper towels and squeeze or press to remove as much moisture as possible, then let it cool completely.
  • When cool, stir in the white vinegar and sugar-free powdered sweetener until evenly combined; this is your cauliflower "sushi rice."
  • Place a nori sheet on a flat surface and divide half of the cauliflower rice across the sheet, leaving about 1/4 inch (6 mm) border around the edges.
  • Spread 1 tablespoon mayonnaise over the rice, arrange half of the salmon (or chosen protein) and half of the cucumber strips along the center, and sprinkle with sesame seeds; add a thin line of wasabi if using.
  • Roll the nori tightly around the filling, removing any filling that escapes, then repeat the process with the second nori sheet and remaining ingredients.
  • Using a sharp knife dipped in water, slice each roll into pieces and serve.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Microwave-safe Bowl
  • clean kitchen towel or paper towels
  • bamboo mat or flat surface for rolling
  • Sharp Knife

Notes

  • Philadelphia roll: replace the mayonnaise with cream cheese and add sushi-grade salmon and cucumber.
  • Cucumber roll: double the mayonnaise and cucumber.
  • Spicy tuna roll: use sushi-grade tuna with mayonnaise mixed with Sriracha.
  • California roll: use real crab mixed with mayonnaise instead of imitation crab.
  • Shrimp roll: use broiled or boiled shrimp with tails removed, cucumber, and mayonnaise.