Sweet and Spicy Tsukune Kombu Maki Rolls Recipe

Name: Sweet and Spicy Tsukune Kombu Maki Rolls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 slice 8 cm long Kombu; 200 grams Minced chicken; 1/4 Onion; 1/2 of each Bell peppers (red, yellow and green); 2 tbsp Grated ginger; 2 tbsp Katakuriko; 1 Egg yolk; 1 tbsp Soy sauce; 1 tbsp Raw cane sugar (or normal sugar); 100 ml Water; 2 tbsp Soy sauce; 2 tbsp Mirin; 1 tbsp Sake; 1 tbsp Raw cane sugar (or normal sugar)

Servings: persons

8 slice 8 cm long Kombu
200 grams Minced chicken
1/4 Onion
1/2 of each Bell peppers (red, yellow and green)
2 tbsp Grated ginger
2 tbsp Katakuriko
1 Egg yolk
1 tbsp Soy sauce
1 tbsp Raw cane sugar (or normal sugar)
100 ml Water
2 tbsp Soy sauce
2 tbsp Mirin
1 tbsp Sake
1 tbsp Raw cane sugar (or normal sugar)

1
Cut the rehydrated kombu into about 8 cm length, preparing 8 slices in this manner.
2
Finely chop the selection of vegetables for the tsukune.
3
Place all of the ingredients for the tsukune into a bowl, and mix until the mixture clumps together.
4
Lay out one slice of kombu on top of some plastic wrap, and spread out the chicken mixture on top.
5
Roll up like a sushi roll, and wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
6
Line on a microwave-safe container and microwave (at 700W) for 3 minutes.
7
The photo shows the kombu maki rolls after microwaving!
8
The kombu and tsukune are tightly stuck together.
9
Place the broth ingredients into a pot, and give it a quick stir.
10
Add in the kombu maki rolls from Step 5, and cook on high.
11
After bringing to a boil, turn the heat down to low-medium, cover with a drop lid, and boil for 10 minutes.
12
Remove the kombu maki rolls momentarily, turn up to high heat, and boil down the broth until thickened.
13
Return the kombu maki rolls to the pot, roll around the pot until coated all over, and turn off the heat.
14
Cut into easy-to-eat portion sizes, and stick with toothpicks.
15
Drizzle a little of the broth on top , and it is done.

166

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 slice 8 cm long Kombu, 200 grams Minced chicken, 1/4 Onion, 1/2 of each Bell peppers (red, yellow and green), and more.

Yes, Sweet and Spicy Tsukune Kombu Maki Rolls falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Sweet and Spicy Tsukune Kombu Maki Rolls

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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