Ingredients
- 2 cups of uncooked short-grain white rice
- 2 cups of water
- 2 tablespoons of cider vinegar
- A pair of chard leaves
- 2 well-beaten eggs
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, split
- 3 tablespoons of water
- Diced onion
- A tablespoon of vegetable oil
- ¾ pound of minced beef tenderloin
- A can of drained tuna (5 ounces)
- Julienned carrot
- Julienned cucumber
- 6 sheets of nori (dry seaweed)
Step 1
In a saucepan, combine water and cider vinegar and bring to a boil. Add rice, give it a good stir, then lower the heat, cover, and let it simmer for 20 minutes until the grains turn sticky and tender.
Step 2
In another saucepan, simmer the chard in enough water to cover until it's tender. Then, slice it into thin strips for added texture.
Step 3
Next, beat the eggs with soy sauce and water in a bowl. Cook the mixture in a skillet over medium heat until it thickens. Once ready, cut it into strips for a delightful touch.
Step 4
In a saucepan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Saute the onion until it's tender, then add the beef along with soy sauce. Cook until the meat is evenly browned, then drain and set aside for later use.
Step 5
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place nori sheets on a baking sheet and bake for 1 to 2 minutes until they become slightly crisp.
Step 6
Now, the fun part begins! Lay a nori sheet on a bamboo rolling mat. Spread a layer of rice evenly, leaving a small border around the edges. Arrange a colorful combination of carrot sticks, tuna, chard, egg, cucumber slices, and beef in a line on the rice. Roll the nori sheet carefully, making sure it's tight. Seal the edge with a bit of sticky rice. Repeat the process for the remaining sheets.
Step 7
Finally, slice each roll into about 4 pieces and serve this delicious and visually appealing dish. Enjoy the flavors and textures of this creative sushi roll!
Extra Tips & Suggestions
- 1. Keep your seaweed sheets in an airtight container or resealable bag to prevent them from becoming stale and losing their crispness.
- 2. Store your sushi rice in a rice cooker with a damp cloth covering the top to maintain its moisture and prevent it from drying out.


