Suko-Style Tuna Sushi Roll with Avocado and Spicy Mayo
A fresh sushi roll inspired by San Antonio’s popular Suko Japanese Cuisine, featuring seared tuna, creamy avocado, and a spicy mayo kick. This japanese-inspired sushi ready in about 35 minutes pairs cooked and seasoned sushi rice, sheets nori sheets, cut into thin strips fresh tuna loin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked and seasoned sushi rice
- 4 sheets nori sheets
- 8 oz, cut into thin strips fresh tuna loin
- 1 medium, sliced avocado
- 1/2 medium, julienned cucumber
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- optional, for serving wasabi paste
- optional, for serving pickled ginger
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp mayonnaise and 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce to make the spicy mayo. Set aside.
- Step 2: Lightly brush 8 oz fresh tuna loin strips with 1 tsp sesame oil and sear them quickly in a hot skillet over high heat for 20 seconds per side until just browned on the outside but still rare inside. Remove and slice thinner if needed.
- Step 3: Place 1 nori sheet on a bamboo sushi mat. With wet hands, spread about 1/2 cup cooked and seasoned sushi rice evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
- Step 4: Arrange a line of seared tuna strips, 1/4 sliced avocado, and 1/8 sliced cucumber juliennes across the center of the rice.
- Step 5: Drizzle a thin line of spicy mayo over the fillings, then roll the sushi tightly using the bamboo mat, sealing the edge with a little water.
- Step 6: Repeat for remaining nori sheets and fillings. Using a sharp knife, slice each roll into 6-8 pieces, wiping the knife clean between cuts.
- Step 7: Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the rolls and serve immediately with soy sauce, wasabi paste, and pickled ginger if desired.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Suko-Style Tuna Sushi Roll with Avocado and Spicy Mayo take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (25 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Suko-Style Tuna Sushi Roll with Avocado and Spicy Mayo?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sheets nori sheets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Suko-Style Tuna Sushi Roll with Avocado and Spicy Mayo?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Suko-Style Tuna Sushi Roll with Avocado and Spicy Mayo for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Suko-Style Tuna Sushi Roll with Avocado and Spicy Mayo?
Japanese sushi like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
