Tobiko: What It Is, How to Use It & Best Recipes
Tobiko is a vibrant fish roe that adds a burst of flavor and texture to various dishes. Learn how to use it in sushi, pasta, and more!
Equipment
- Bamboo sushi mat
- Plastic wrap
- Sharp knife
Ingredients
- ½ cup Tobiko (flying fish roe)
- 1 cup Sushi rice (cooked)
- 2 sheets Nori (seaweed sheets)
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tsp Wasabi
- 1 tbsp Japanese mayonnaise
- ½ cup Cucumber (thinly sliced)
- ½ avocado Avocado (sliced)
- 1 tsp Sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp Green onions (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Cook the sushi rice and season it with rice vinegar for that authentic sushi taste.
- Slice the cucumber and avocado into thin strips.
- Lay out a bamboo sushi mat and cover it with plastic wrap to prevent sticking.
- Place a nori sheet on the sushi mat and spread an even layer of sushi rice over it, leaving about an inch at the top.
- Layer cucumber, avocado, and a small amount of tobiko in the center.
- Carefully roll the sushi using the bamboo mat, applying gentle pressure to keep everything together.
- Once the roll is complete, use a sharp knife to cut it into bite-sized pieces.
- Spoon a generous amount of tobiko on top of each sushi piece.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
- Serve with soy sauce, wasabi, and a drizzle of Japanese mayo for extra flavor.