It’s sushi night! Time to bust out the chopsticks and roll up your sleeves because the good times are about to get rollingggg. Here’s what to serve with sushi to create an even more filling meal (without having to empty your wallet from all that sushi money)!
Creating a sushi party at home is such a fun interactive dinner if you’re making them from home. One thing I didn’t anticipate about making sushi at home though is how hungry I’d be while learning to roll!
*enter side dishes for sushi*
There’s definitely a learning curve, at least for me… especially when hanger is starting to set in lol. This is something I really wish I knew the last time I made sushi lol. So it’s handy to have ready to go sushi side dishes you can pick and nibble on while you build and roll away.
And, if you’re looking to stay within a certain budget, bolstering you meal with sides helps save you some of your hard earned moolahhh! Below is a list of easy recipes ranging from condiments & small bites, to hearty meat dishes that’ll make sure you don’t go hungry by the end of the meal!
If you’re thinking, “welp, Mikha I’m hungry now! I don’t want to figure out how to roll & what not. I need sushi in my mouth asap!” I’d say, definitely check out my Crab Sushi Bake recipe! It’s one of my most popular recipes & there’s no fancy rolling needed. If you’re not into imitation crab, I also have Salmon Sushi Bake and Tuna Sushi Bake. Enjoy!
🍣 Sushi Condiments
- Soy sauce or tamari
- Pickled baby ginger
- Wasabi
- Ponzu
- Spicy Mayo
- Yum Yum Sauce
- Unagi Sauce
🥢 Appetizers & Small Bites
1. Spicy Edamame with Garlic
Make the most irresistible fiery snack in under 10 minutes! This Spicy Edamame with Garlic is insanely addicting and fool-proof. It's sweet, salty, and spicy – just to keep you on your toes. I dare you to have only one!
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2. Air Fryer Crispy Tofu
Cook tofu without hating your life. It’s not hard & it’s not gross—pinky promise! These crispy Air Fryer Tofu Nuggets are how to cook tofu without it tasting like a soggy cardboard box. Customize this tofu recipe with any of your favorite spices or dips for a healthy snack – without feeling like a starving rabbit! Enjoy this crispy snack without the greasy mess!
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3. Creamy Sesame Tuna Ongirazu Recipe
Make the easiest lunch in just 10 minutes that's packed with creamy sesame tuna, fresh crunchy veggies, and sandwiched between fluffy chewy rice!It's the perfect meal to put together when you don't feel like cooking.
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4. 🧾 Japanese Pan-Fried Dumplings (Hanetsuki Gyoza)
Take your gyozas to an EXTRA crispy level! This chicken filling is succulent with a chewy wrapper and a delicately crispy skirt. There's no turning back after these bad boys!
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5. Easy Yaki Onigiri – Grilled Rice Balls
Crispy on the outside. Tender & chewy on the inside. This Salmon Yaki Onigiri recipe comes together in 30 minutes or less & will make your reimagine leftovers – especially when it fits in the palm of your hands!
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6. Japanese Egg Salad Sandwich (Tamago Sando)
Find out how to make EXTRA CREAMY Japanese egg salad sandwich with SUPER easy-peel eggs! This simple tamago sando is the perfect meal on the go – and with its super soft bread, you'll wonder if you just took a bite out of heaven! Enjoy this cheap and filling meal in under 30 minutes!
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7. Goma Dressing Recipe | Creamy Sesame Dressing
This creamy, zesty, nutty Goma dressing is the BEST thing to meet your crisp salad! Clear some space in your fridge – you're going to want this in batches!
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8. Bacon Wrapped Enoki Mushroom
Bacon wrapped enoki mushrooms is an easy, delicious dish, finished with a drizzle of tangy ponzu sauce. This perfect combo of crispy bacon and juicy mushrooms makes you want to go for one after another!
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9. Spicy Veggie Onigirazu
This bold spicy veggie Onigirazu packs on SO much flavor and texture, you'll forget you're eating healthy!
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🥩 Meat & Seafood
10. Easy Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
Make the most mouthwatering easy Teriyaki Chicken recipe with only 5 ingredients – and in under 30 minutes! This irresistible restaurant favorite has BIG flavor with minimal effort!
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11. Chicken Tempura
Perfectly light and crispy on the outside, and juicy on the inside. Make the best Japanese Chicken Tempura at home with this easy-to-follow recipe.
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12. Chicken Katsu Curry
This Chicken Katsu Curry is a plateful of comfort in every bite! The chicken is unbelievably juicy on the inside and SO crunchy on the outside, you can hear it! The rich savory curry is loaded with caramelized onions and tender veggies. Roll up your sleeves because things are about to get yummy!
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13. Tonkatsu Pork Chop
Want to know how to make the CRUNCHIEST Tonkatsu pork chop recipe in 20 minutes?! This recipe will show you the secrets to do just that!
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14. Easy Pan Fried Salmon in Teriyaki Glaze
Create one of the most popular Japanese dishes easily from home! It's only 5 ingredients and 15 minutes away from an insanely delicious dinner!
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15. Air Fryer Miso-Glazed Salmon
When life is pure chaos, this Air Fryer Miso-Glazed Salmon saves the day as the ultimate lazy dinner in under 30 minutes! Packed with so much flavor, you’ll forget you’re eating healthy with minimal dishes in the kitchen.
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16. Hamachi Kama
This beautifully charred Yellowtail Collar (hamachi kama) is seasoned with simple ingredients for restaurant-quality results! Smokey and crispy on the outside, fall apart tender in the center. Get the secrets to making this highly coveted dish right at home!
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17. Seared Scallops with Tobiko
These seared scallops are cooked to perfection, served with crunchy tobiko (flying fish roe) and ponzu-inspired dressing. It is a gorgeous appetizer that is fun, delicious and super easy to make!
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18. Tuna Handroll
Ever wondered how to make those delicious tuna handrolls from your favorite sushi spot? It's SO much easier than you think & the best part is – you can customize it to your tastebuds, so every bite is your perfect bite!
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🍜 Soup & Noodles
19. Miso Soup
Easy Miso Soup (Japanese Clear Soup) Recipe makes a perfect nutritious umami-packed savory vegan lunch. Comforting, healthy and ready in just 15 minutes!
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20. Easy Beef Yaki Udon Noodle Recipe
Make a mouthwatering one-pot dinner with chewy noodles and juicy steak in just 15 minutes! This Easy Beef Yaki Udon Noodle Recipe is the ultimate weeknight dinner or lunch meal prep with minimal dishes.
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21. Mentaiko Pasta Sauce Recipe
Treat yourself to luxurious Mentaiko Pasta with a creamy sauce that's so delicious and made with only a few ingredients! This recipe is the epitome of proving that a fast meal can be full of flavor! Indulge in a restaurant-quality meal that's sure to impress!
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22. Vegetarian Yaki Udon Noodle Recipe
This vegetarian udon noodle recipe is packed with a smokey flavor, crisp veggies, and chewy noodles. It's irresistibly good and takes 20 minutes or less!
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🥬 Vegetables
23. Pineapple Cucumber Salad
Refresh your palate with a burst of tangy pineapple tossed together with crunchy cucumbers, fresh herbs, and a umami-filled dressing that's the perfect pairing to any main dish!
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24. Sesame Cucumber Salad
Make a salad that'll impress – with little effort! This is far from your typical salad – made with ribbons of cucumber mixed with crunchy veggies for a salad full of exciting textures! Then, tossed in a earthy miso sesame dressing that's a feast for your eyes & tummy!
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25. Japanese Kani Salad
This Kani Salad balances rich and tangy flavors with chunks of crab, juicy ripe mangos, and fresh veggies in a deliciously creamy dressing. Dive right in and enjoy as is, or pile it up as a crunchy lettuce wrap!
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26. Air Fryer Green Beans
Air fryer garlic green beans are a delicious side dish featuring crispy green beans coated in a savory garlic sauce, made with soy sauce, sesame oil, and garlic.
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🍵 Drinks & Desserts
27. Strawberry Matcha Latte Recipe
Cool down with a refreshing Strawberry Matcha Latte recipe that'll cause a stir this hot girl summer! Indulge in the layered trifecta – energy boosting matcha, juicy ripe strawberries, and luxuriously creamy milk that blends everything together for pure love at first sip! Cheers to you!
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28. 2-Ingredient Easy Mochi Ice Cream Recipe
This easy mochi ice cream recipe is incredibly simple and made with only 2 ingredients! It can't get any easier to make this yummy dessert!
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29. Mochi Covered Strawberries
Show someone you love them with this delicately delicious dessert! Fresh strawberries, sweet filling, and chewy mochi wrapping. It's simply irresistable!
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30. Ube Mochi Waffles
If you have a sweet tooth and / or love mochi, this recipe is for you! These ube mochi waffles are luxurious in every possible way. They're thick, crunchy, and chewy in every single bite – plus they take only 10 minutes to make!Guess who's winning today?! 1,000% you 😉
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🥡 How to Store
Sushi is best enjoyed fresh, especially since the rice hardens over time. Store any leftover sushi with raw fish in the fridge for up to 1-2 days max.
Serve cold seafood on ice if it is going to stay out longer than 2 hours.
