🇯🇵 Japanese Cuisine · Main Dishes

Sushi Platter

Prep

30 mins

Cook

20 mins

Serves

4

Difficulty

Hard

An assortment of nigiri and maki rolls crafted from vinegared rice, ultra-fresh fish, and seasonal toppings.

Ingredients

  • 600g large prawns
  • 2 cups short-grain rice
  • 1 tbsp sliced scallion whites
  • a pinch of cracked black pepper
  • 1/4 cup toasted sesame oil
  • 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
  • a handful of fresh mitsuba, chopped
  • a drizzle of bonito flakes
  • 400ml chicken stock

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pat the sushi-grade tuna dry, season generously with salt, pepper, and shichimi togarashi, and let it sit for a few minutes to absorb the flavors.

  2. 2

    Heat toasted sesame oil in a wide pan or heavy pot over medium-high heat and sear the sushi-grade tuna until browned on all sides, then remove and set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pan, gently cook the sliced scallion whites and minced garlic over medium heat until softened and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in the wasabi paste and bean sprouts, cooking for a few more minutes so the spices bloom and coat the vegetables.

  5. 5

    Return the sushi-grade tuna to the pan, pour in the dashi stock, and bring everything to a gentle simmer.

  6. 6

    Cover and cook over low heat until the sushi-grade tuna is tender and cooked through, roughly 20 mins.

Tips

Avoid crowding the pan when searing the sushi-grade tuna; work in batches so it browns instead of steaming.

For deeper flavor, marinate the sushi-grade tuna for at least an hour — or overnight — before cooking.