Pokemon Ball Sushi ポケモンボール寿司
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
1 hr
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Servings
3
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Calories
611 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course
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Cuisine
Japanese
Pokemon Ball Sushi ポケモンボール寿司
Description
This sushi recipe uses a combination of white sushi rice and red-colored rice formed into a semi-spherical shape using a specialized sushi mould. The filling centers on nori-wrapped cheese sticks and Kanpyo strips, with thin nori strips layered on top and around the filling. The layering and shaping technique creates the distinct red and white coloring characteristic of a Pokeball.
The sushi is assembled by first preparing the rice and fillings separately, then layering them carefully in the mould to maintain the shape and pattern. Once shaped, the sushi roll is removed from the mould and rolled onto nori sheets for additional structure.
This recipe is designed to appeal visually, incorporating traditional sushi flavors with playful presentation. It is suitable for sushi enthusiasts who enjoy both crafting and eating artful sushi pieces. The recipe notes emphasize precise preparation of sushi rice for best results.
Ingredients
- 2 cups white short grain rice
- 1/2 cup sushi vinegar
- 4 1/2 seaweed nori sheets
- 6 cheese sticks
- 6 Kanpyo cooked, strips
Instructions
- Prepare the sushi rice by following the recipe link.
- Cook 1 cup of the rice in regular water.
- Cook 1/4 cup of azuki beans in 2 cups of water in a pressure cooker for 15 minutes. Drain the beans and use 1 cup of the azuki bean water to cook the second cup of rice.
- Cut a seaweed sheet into three pieces.
- Roll and wrap the two cheese sticks together as the step by step photo indicates and set aside.
- Place 1/3 of red coloured rice on the bottom half of the sushi mould and creat a trench in the middle.
- Place a nori wrapped cheese stick in the trench.
- Cut the 1/2 nori sheets into 1 cm strips.
- Place the 1 cm nori strips on both sides of the cheese.
- Top the 1 cm nori sheets with Kanpyo sheets.
- Place another 1 cm nori strip over the Kanpyo strips.
- Fill the top half with white rice, shaping it like a semi sphere.
- Place the mould lid on and press it down firmly.
- Take the sushi roll out of the mould and roll onto a nori sheet on a bamboo sushi rolling mat.
- Wrapped the nori sheet around the sushi by rolling the bamboo mat.
- Wet the edge of the nori sheet with water so that it will seal the sushi.
- Place the nori overlapped side down for a few minutes.
- Slice the sushi roll into 8 pieces and serve with shiso leaves (optional).
Notes
- Prepare sushi rice carefully to achieve the correct texture and stickiness essential for molding.
- Use a sushi mould to shape the rice precisely into the characteristic Pokeball semi-sphere.
- Wrap the cheese sticks tightly with nori before assembling to maintain filling structure.
- Cut seaweed sheets into precise strips to replicate Pokeball coloring accurately.
- Practice gentle pressing with the mould lid to avoid crushing the rice and fillings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 611 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 611kcal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 100g | 33% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 455mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 141mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Calcium | 81mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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