1Prepare the “taco” shells by cutting each nori sheet in half, then trimming 1/3 off the bottom.
2Each rectangle will form a shell. Discard the scraps.
3Prepare the tempura mix according to the package instructions, using only half the package.
4Heat 2 inches of neutral-flavored oil in a wide, deep skillet until it reaches 350°F.
5Working one at a time coat the nori in the tempura batter (depending on the size of your skillet you may be able to fit 2).
6Fry each shell for 30 seconds, then flip and fry the other side until it turns light golden.
7Remove the shell and immediately bend it to create a taco shape and rest on a paper towel.
8For the spicy tuna, mince the tuna and mix it with the mayo and sriracha.
9For the spicy kani, shred the kani sticks, then combine them with the mayo and sriracha.
10Sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
11To assemble each taco, layer a small amount of rice in the shell, add your filling, and top with julienned cucumber, optional chilis, cilantro, and sesame seeds.
Ingredients
0.5 package tempura batter mix
4 nori sheets
2 inches Neutral-flavored oil
1 cup sushi rice
1 Persian cucumber
Sesame seeds
chilis
cilantro
5 oz sushi-grade tuna
1.5 tablespoons mayo
1 tablespoon sriracha
8 kani sticks
2 tablespoons mayo
1 tablespoon sriracha
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Equipment
skillettaco holder
Tips
It is important to fry only 1–2 at a time, as the nori sheets become wet once coated and will tear if not placed in the oil immediately.