Sushi Roll Soy Paper - Quill And Fox

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This soy paper sushi recipe filled with spicy tuna will satisfy all your sushi cravings. An easy spicy tuna sushi recipe that’s healthy and low carb!

This recipe will teach you how to make spicy tuna soy wrap sushi in the comfort of your kitchen. It’s perfect for those who love sushi but are looking for rice-less, gluten-free alternatives and people on a low carb or keto diet.

What are Soy Paper Spicy Tuna Sushi Rolls ?

Homemade spicy tuna is rolled in soy paper and served with a side of wasabi soy sauce. It is a perfect low carb or keto friendly sushi alternative with the same great flavor just minus the sushi rice, seaweed and carbs.

These rolls make for great appetizers or a main course with a side of edamame (soybeans).

What is soybean paper made out of?

Soy paper is made out of compressed soybeans, soybean oil, and soy flour. It’s very similar to rice paper and the taste is very neutral and perfect for using as a sushi wrap.

What’s the difference between soy paper and seaweed and why use it for sushi recipes?

Seaweed is made from mixed seaweed that has been roasted and dried.

Soy paper is made from soy beans that have been processed and dried.

Since this soy paper sushi recipe is a low-carb rice-free sushi, using a seaweed wrap for the spicy tuna mix will make it soggy. So instead, we use soy paper.

Alternatively, some choose to use soy paper over nori for health reasons, allergies or just personal preference.

What kind of soy paper works best for soy wrap sushi?

You can use any variety of soy paper for soy paper sushi and you can purchase them at many supermarkets, Asian supermarkets, or online.

What ingredients do I need to make this soy paper wrapped spicy tuna roll?

Soy Paper (3×7 inches) – these can be purchased at many supermarkets or online and come in a variety of colors including, turmeric yellow, spinach green, and paprika orange.
Persian/Japanese Cucumber – use crisp cucumbers such as Persian, Japanese, or baby cucumbers.
Green Onion – finely chopped.
Sesame Oil – use toasted sesame oil found in many Asian supermarkets.
Soy Sauce – low sodium is preferred. For gluten free, you can use tamari or coconut aminos.
Kewpie Mayo – Japanese mayonnaise which is richer and sweeter than American mayonnaise. You can either for slight flavor variations.
Togarashi – Japanese chili pepper. Can substitute with cayenne pepper, but use 1/4 tsp.
Sriracha – popular chili paste found in most supermarkets.
Sesame Seeds (optional) – use toasted sesame seeds.
Wasabi – optional for dipping sauce.