Spicy Facts

No international food has made an impression on the palates of the masses more than sushi. Particularly the spicy tuna roll has become a widespread favorite because of the fresh tuna, rice and togarashi (chile powder) flavors.

{A spicy tuna roll has many nutritional benefits…and a few calories!}

Although not quite as low calorie as many people think, the spicy tuna roll is filling and has just enough lean protein to make it healthy. The calories in a spicy tuna roll may not be as figure-friendly as the world thinks, but if made with quality ingredients and eaten in moderation spicy tuna rolls can be a tasty way to get some much-needed calcium and protein.

Let’s take a closer look at spicy tuna roll nutrition facts.

Major Nutrients Found in Spicy Tuna Roll:

As you can see a spicy tuna roll has enough calories to be a complete meal, while supplying you with a healthy dose of protein and calcium. With 2 grams of fiber in a spicy tuna roll, you’re getting just enough of the good stuff to offset troubling nutrition facts like high sodium and cholesterol. Eating a spicy tuna roll won’t ruin your diet, just keep these numbers in mind before you decide to order 2 rolls.

Storing/Selecting

Because spicy tuna rolls are made with raw tuna, it is essential that it is eaten a fresh as possible. Leftover spicy tuna rolls may be stored in the refrigerator for a day, but any longer and you and your housemates are at risk for some serious stomach problems. Spicy tuna rolls are a dish that’s best served fresh.

Eat It With:

The traditional method for eating a spicy tuna roll involves combining soy sauce, pickled ginger and wasabi paste and dipping each piece of the roll in this mixture.

Burn Off A Spicy Tuna Roll

To burn off the calories in a spicy tuna roll, you would have to complete:

• 38 minutes of swimming
• 128 minutes of walking
• 53 minutes of jogging