These Anti-Inflammatory Crispy Sushi Waffles have a delicious and crispy texture. We prepare these waffles with rice, tender salmon, creamy avocado, cucumber, ginger, garlic, sesame seeds, and lemon juice. These sushi waffles have 420 calories and 47 g of net carbs. We cook these waffles in thirty-five minutes. These Anti-Inflammatory Crispy Sushi Waffles are perfect for lunch, dinner, appetizers, meal prep, and balanced eating plans. You can serve these waffles with cucumber salad, steamed broccoli, edamame, ginger-lime sauce, or vegetable soup.
STATS:
- Course: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Diet: Anti-Inflammatory, Dairy-Free
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Portion Size: 1 waffle
- Cooking Mode: Waffle Maker
- Total Servings: 4
- Difficulty: Easy
- Total Time: 35 minutes
TOOLS:
- Waffle Maker
- Knife
- Bowls
- Measuring Spoons
- Cutting Board
- Spatula
INGREDIENTS:
- 3 cups sushi rice
- 8 oz. salmon
- 1 avocado
- 1 cup cucumber
- Two tbsp. rice vinegar
- Soy sauce, one tbsp.
- One tbsp. sesame oil
- 1 tsp. ginger
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 tbsp. sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp. green onions
- One sheet nori
- Olive oil, one tsp.
- One tsp. lemon juice
- 2 tbsp. Greek yogurt
INGREDIENT NOTES:
SUSHI RICE:
- Use sushi rice to create crispy waffles that hold together. You can substitute brown rice for extra fiber.
SALMON:
- Use salmon for protein and omega-3 fatty acids. You can substitute trout, cooked shrimp, or tofu.
AVOCADO:
- Use avocado to add creamy texture and healthy fats. You can substitute mashed edamame.
CUCUMBER:
- Use cucumber for freshness and crunch. You can substitute shredded carrots or radishes.
RICE VINEGAR:
- Use rice vinegar for a mild, tangy flavor. You can substitute apple cider vinegar.
SOY SAUCE:
- To get a savory taste to these waffles, utilize low-sodium soy sauce. You can use gluten-free tamari alternatively.
SESAME OIL:
- For a nutty scent, use sesame oil. Olive oil can be used in its replacement.
GINGER AND GARLIC:
- Utilize fresh ginger & garlic for flavor & beneficial plant compounds. As a further choice, you might utilize ground ginger & garlic powder.
SESAME SEEDS:
- Use sesame seeds for crunch and healthy fats. You can substitute crushed pumpkin seeds.
NORI:
- Use nori for traditional sushi flavor. You can omit it if unavailable.
OLIVE OIL:
- Use olive oil to prevent sticking. You can substitute avocado oil.
LEMON JUICE:
- Use lemon juice for freshness. You can substitute lime juice.
GREEK YOGURT:
- Use Greek yogurt for a creamy topping. You can substitute dairy-free yogurt or omit it.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Stir the cooked rice with half the sesame seeds and rice vinegar.
- Garnish the flaked salmon with lemon juice, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger.
- Warm the waffle maker and gently coat it using olive oil.
- Press the rice uniformly into the waffle maker and cook for almost eight minutes till crispy.
- Garnish all the waffles with leftover sesame seeds, salmon, nori, avocado, green onions, and cucumber.
- Serve quickly with additional soy sauce or optional lemon yogurt.
TIPS:
- We utilize sticky rice to help the waffles hold together.
- Do not include extra vinegar, although include fresh toppings just before eating.
- Cook the salmon to an inside temperature of 63°Celcius.
- We warm the waffle maker to get a crispy texture.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SALADS:
- Cucumber
- Cabbage
- Carrot
VEGETABLE SIDES:
- Steamed Broccoli
- Edamame
- Roasted Zucchini
DIPPING SAUCES:
- Ginger-Lime
- Low-Sodium Soy
- Lemon Yogurt
LIGHT MEALS:
- Miso Soup
- Vegetable Soup
- Steamed Vegetables
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the rice waffles and cooked salmon individually in airtight boxes and refrigerate for 3 days.
FREEZER:
- Store the plain rice waffles for one month. Separate them with baking paper and warm it in a waffle maker or air fryer. Do not freeze cucumber toppings and avocado.
FAQs:
Will we prepare these waffles without salmon?
- Yes, you can use trout, tofu, or cooked shrimp.
How could we prepare the waffles crispier?
- You can use sticky rice and a warmed, gently oiled waffle maker.
May we prepare these waffles gluten-free?
- Yes, you can use non-gluten tamari as a different choice for regular soy sauce.
Could we prepare these waffles beforehand?
- Yes, you can make the rice waffles and salmon earlier, include fresh toppings, and then serve.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 420 kcal
Sodium: 430 mg
Net Carbs: 47 g
Fiber: 5 g
Sugar: 3 g
Fats: 15 g
Proteins: 20 g
Portion Size: 1 waffle
Total Carbs: 52 g
