Javanese Samurai Sushi Bowl—Lunch for 4

The Javanese Samurai Sushi Bowl is a delightful fusion of Indonesian and Japanese cuisines. This lunch dish combines the freshness of sushi with the bold flavors of Javanese cuisine, offering a unique, satisfying meal. Expect a harmonious blend of sushi rice, fresh fish, and Indonesian spices in every bite.

Meal Type

Lunch

Cuisine

Indonesian Japanese Fusion

Servings

4

Food Stars

Health

Variations

Diets

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You Need This Stuff

  • 2 cups sushi rice
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 500 grams fresh sushi-grade fish (like salmon or tuna), thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp wasabi paste
  • 1 cup edamame beans, shelled and cooked
  • 2 medium carrots, julienned
  • 1 large cucumber, julienned
  • 4 sheets nori seaweed, cut into strips
  • 2 tbsp black sesame seeds
  • 4 tsp pickled gingerFor the Javanese Sauce:
    3 red chillies, deseeded and chopped finely
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small shallot, minced
  • 2 kaffir lime leaves, finely chopped
  • 1 lemongrass stalk, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp tamarind paste
  • 2 tsp palm sugar
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Do This With That Stuff

  1. ‘Rinse the sushi rice under cold water using a sieve or strainer until the water runs clear
  2. Transfer the rinsed rice to the rice cooker or large saucepan, add 2 cups of water and cook according to the package instructions
  3. While the rice is cooking, in a small saucepan combine 1/4 cup of rice vinegar, 1 tbsp of sugar and 1 tsp of salt Heat over medium heat until the sugar and salt are fully dissolved Set aside to cool
  4. Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl Pour over the cooled vinegar mixture and gently fold it into the rice using a wooden spoon Be careful not to mash or break up the grains Allow it to cool completely
  5. While waiting for the sushi rice to cool down, prepare your Javanese sauce In a medium bowl, combine 3 finely chopped red chillies, 3 minced cloves of garlic, 1 minced small shallot, 2 finely chopped kaffir lime leaves and 1 finely chopped lemongrass stalk
  6. In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm up 2 tbsp vegetable oil Add in your spice mixture from your medium bowl and sauté until fragrant
  7. To this spice mixture add in 1 tsp tamarind paste and 2 tsp palm sugar Stir well until everything is combined and set aside to cool down
  8. Next prepare your sushi-grade fish by thinly slicing it with a sharp knife on your cutting board
  9. Place sliced fish in a medium bowl, add in 2 tbsp soy sauce and mix well ensuring all slices are coated with soy sauce Set aside for at least ten minutes to marinate
  10. Prepare your vegetables by peeling and julienning both carrots and cucumber using your peeler or grater on your cutting board
  11. Cut nori seaweed into thin strips using sharp knife on cutting board
  12. Assemble your bowls by dividing cooled sushi rice between four serving bowls using measuring cup or spoon Arrange marinated fish slices on top of each bowl along with julienned carrots, cucumber, cooked edamame beans and strips of nori seaweed evenly among each serving bowl
  13. Drizzle each bowl with Javanese sauce you prepared earlier
  14. Top each bowl with black sesame seeds and pickled ginger before serving
  15. Serve immediately with chopsticks’

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Beti’s Reflections

 On my recent culinary adventure, I stumbled upon a delightful fusion of Indonesian and Japanese cuisines that left me absolutely smitten. The Javanese Samurai Sushi Bowl, a unique blend of sushi rice, fresh fish, and Indonesian spices, was an unexpected discovery in a quaint little eatery tucked away in the heart of Jakarta. This dish was so captivating that I knew I had to share this Indonesian Japanese Fusion Recipe with you all.

The Javanese Samurai Sushi Bowl is a satisfying meal that serves four people. It’s perfect for those who love to explore exotic flavors and enjoy healthy seafood recipes. However, if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies related to seafood or soy products, please consider them before trying this recipe.

This Homemade Sushi Bowl requires 2 cups of sushi rice which forms the base of our bowl and is seasoned with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt for that authentic sushi flavor. We then top it with 500 grams of fresh sushi-grade fish like salmon or tuna marinated in soy sauce – the star ingredient in our Sushi-Grade Fish Recipe! The bowl gets its vibrant crunch from julienned carrots and cucumber along with cooked edamame beans. Nori seaweed strips add an oceanic touch while black sesame seeds lend a nutty crunch. A dollop of pickled ginger adds a tangy twist to our Javanese Samurai Sushi Bowl Recipe.

For the Javanese Sauce: we use red chillies for heat, garlic and shallots for depth, kaffir lime leaves and lemongrass for their aromatic citrus notes; tamarind paste brings sourness while palm sugar balances it out with sweetness – all sautéed in vegetable oil to create an explosion of flavors!

To make your own Javanese Samurai Sushi Bowl at home: start by rinsing your sushi rice under cold water until clear then cook according to package instructions. While the rice cooks, prepare your vinegar mixture which will be folded into the cooked rice – this is key to getting that perfect sushi rice texture! As your rice cools down, prepare your Javanese sauce by sautéing your spice mixture until fragrant then adding tamarind paste and palm sugar – this sauce is what gives our dish its bold Indonesian flavor! Next up is preparing your sushi-grade fish by thinly slicing it then marinating it in soy sauce – remember to let it sit for at least ten minutes! Finally assemble your bowls by dividing your cooled sushi rice among four bowls then arranging your marinated fish slices along with julienned carrots, cucumber, cooked edamame beans and nori seaweed strips evenly among each bowl; drizzle each bowl with your prepared Javanese sauce then top each bowl with black sesame seeds and pickled ginger before serving.

And there you have it folks – an exotic culinary journey right from the comfort of your kitchen! This Javanese Samurai Sushi Bowl recipe is not just about creating a meal but about experiencing an exciting fusion of cultures through food. So why wait? Dive into this Indonesian Japanese Fusion Cuisine adventure today!

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