Here’s a detailed blog-style post featuring a Daisho-style sushi recipe inspired by flavors one might enjoy at Daisho Sushi in Las Vegas. While the exact restaurant recipe isn’t public, this version captures the spirit of a specialty roll you might find there: “Daisho Dragon Roll” – featuring shrimp tempura, spicy tuna, avocado, and a delicious drizzle of sauces.

🍣 Daisho Dragon Roll Recipe – A Las Vegas-Inspired Sushi Delight

If you’re craving a taste of Las Vegas’s bold and flavorful sushi scene, you’re in for a treat! Inspired by the artistry and taste of Daisho Sushi in Las Vegas, this Daisho-style Dragon Roll brings together crispy shrimp tempura, spicy tuna, creamy avocado, and a mouthwatering blend of sauces. This sushi roll is a showstopper—perfect for a weekend treat or to impress your guests!

🛒 Ingredients

For the Roll:

• 2 cups sushi rice (short grain), cooked and seasoned with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt
• 4 sheets of nori (seaweed)
• 4 shrimp tempura pieces (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 avocado, thinly sliced
• 100g spicy tuna (recipe below)
• 1 small cucumber, julienned

For the Spicy Tuna:

• 100g sashimi-grade tuna, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp Japanese mayo (Kewpie preferred)
• 1 tsp sriracha sauce
• 1/2 tsp sesame oil

Garnishes and Sauces:

• Unagi (eel) sauce or teriyaki glaze
• Spicy mayo
• Toasted sesame seeds
• Thinly sliced green onions
• Pickled ginger and wasabi (optional, for serving)

🔪 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Spicy Tuna

In a small bowl, combine the finely chopped tuna with Japanese mayo, sriracha, and sesame oil. Mix until well combined and refrigerate until ready to use.

2. Cook the Sushi Rice

Cook your sushi rice according to the package instructions. Once done, transfer to a large bowl and gently mix in sushi vinegar (rice vinegar + a bit of sugar and salt). Let it cool to room temperature.

3. Make Shrimp Tempura (if homemade)

Dip shrimp in a light tempura batter and fry until golden and crispy. Drain on a paper towel and let them cool slightly.

4. Assemble the Roll

• Place a bamboo sushi mat on a clean surface and cover it with plastic wrap.
• Place a sheet of nori, shiny side down, on the mat.
• Wet your fingers to prevent sticking and gently spread a thin, even layer of sushi rice over the nori.
• Flip the sheet so the rice is facing down.
• On the nori side, lay one shrimp tempura, a small line of spicy tuna, cucumber sticks, and 1–2 slices of avocado.
• Roll gently but firmly, using the bamboo mat to shape and tighten the roll.

5. Topping & Saucing

• Arrange thin avocado slices across the top of the roll and cover with plastic wrap.
• Use the bamboo mat to gently shape the avocado onto the roll.
• Remove the plastic wrap, slice the roll into 8 pieces using a wet, sharp knife.
• Drizzle unagi sauce and spicy mayo in a zig-zag pattern over the roll.
• Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.

🍽️ Serve and Enjoy

Serve your Daisho-style Dragon Roll with a side of pickled ginger, wasabi, and soy sauce. Enjoy the contrast of textures—the crisp shrimp, spicy tuna, and smooth avocado—with each bite bursting with flavor.

💡 Tips:

• Use very fresh, sushi-grade fish for safety and flavor.
• Chill your knife before slicing rolls to keep cuts clean and prevent sticking.
• Add a touch of crunch with tempura flakes or fried onions on top!

✨ Final Thoughts

This Daisho Dragon Roll captures the flair and flavor of high-end sushi in Las Vegas. While it’s inspired by Daisho Sushi, it’s also a roll you can make your own by experimenting with fillings and toppings.