Sushi Bombs are the perfect combination of salty and sweet flavors, featuring sushi rice encased in sweet Inari, topped with ahi of your choice. Sesame seeds and shoyu or a drizzle of teriyaki sauce enhance the flavor and make it the perfect treat!
Exploring the Sushi Bomb
I think this is similar to, or the same as, yubuchobap, which is Korean stuffed inari sushi. Growing up, I only knew these as sushi bombs and didn’t see many places selling them. Yubuchobap is a Korean dish featuring seasoned rice in sweet and savory marinated tofu pockets (yubu or inari). Often served as a main, side, or snack, it’s simple yet customizable with fillings like tuna or kimchi, making it a nutritious and cherished part of Korea’s food culture.
What is a Sushi Bomb?
A sushi bomb is basically the same thing as above. In hawaii we add a little twist to it and put ahi poke or “sushi” in it. My favorite was the Tuna bomb, which is tuna mayo stuffed on top of the rice in the inari! It’s so delicious! The inari skin and sushi rice is typically sweet so topped with tuna mayo and dipped in shoyu, its the perfect salty/sweet combination. I would also get spicy mayo on the side and just top it on there too. It is definitely one of the most delicious things I’ve eaten.
Where to get it on Oahu, Hawaii?
I used to work at a sushi restaurant on Oahu, Hawaii called Genki Sushi. It’s a kaiten sushi spot where you can order from a iPad then the sushi would come to you via conveyor belt! This was the only place I really knew of that had spicy bomb (spicy ahi bomb) and a tuna bomb (tuna salad mayo bomb). It is definitely one of my favorite things on the menu, it’s so delicious, and I still get it to this day!
There is no right way to make one because you can fill it whatever toppings you like. There is a spot on Oahu that’s called DEBU that sells them in so many different flavors! I haven’t gotten to try it yet but it looks so delicious and I heard its pretty popular!
Another very popular spot (and another of my faves) for sushi bombs on Oahu is Sushi Bay. It is a Kaiten spot as well but you order through a waiter while food comes around the conveyer belt. They have a great selection of sushi too and they’re the perfect size for the price! It can get super crowded and they don’t take reservations so I recommend coming early or at an off time.
Let’s Make it!
The easiest way to make it, is to buy already made inari sushi and just add your toppings to it. If you can’t do that, don’t worry! You’ll still be able to try these out. For this recipe we’re just doing the basics and using Tuna mayo, spicy ahi, and shoyu ahi since thats what’s typically found in Hawaii. Feel free to take this and make it your by testing out different toppings, sauces, and ingredients! Scroll down to the bottom for the exact measurements and instructions.
Ingredients
- Inari Sushi – I usually get mines from a Japanese market that also sells sushi. I know most sushi restaurants or “fast food” sushi spots should have them too!
- Tuna Mayo – Combination of canned tuna, mayo, wasabi, and shoyu. Directions are down below (:
- Spicy Ahi – Check out my recipe here to make your own.
- Shoyu Ahi – Check out my recipe here to make your own.
- Green onion – Topping
- Sprouts – Topping
- Unagi sauce – just to drizzle over the top
- Spicy Mayo – You can get some from the store or make mine! I add mayo, sesame oil, a pinch of salt, and ichimi togarashi together. Don’t put too much ichimi because it can become pretty spicy so mix and add until its how you like it!
If you can’t find Inari sushi
- Aburaage – the deep fried tofu skin that makes up the outside pouch of inari. I find these at my local Japanese markets as well like Hmart or some delivery services like weee! carry it.
- Sushi Rice – I usually start off with about 2 cups cooked short grain rice then add the rice vinegar mixture to it. For the rice vinegar mixture add 1/4 cup vinegar, 2 Tbsp sugar, & 1 tsp salt in saucepan until sugar is dissolved.
Tips
- Flatten the Bottom of the inari sushi so it stand up when you have the poke in it.
- Push down the rice into the inari so it only takes up about half the casing. That way you have an equal ratio of fish to rice and the casing will hold the poke better.
Perfect for Parties and Beyond
These are perfect for parties and will definitely wow guests, especially if they haven’t tried them before! They’re not only easy to make but very versatile – whether you prefer seafood, meat, vegetables, you can definitely make them your own! I’ve served these at a few of my parties and they’re always a hit! I hope you try these out and enjoy!
If you find yourself loving this recipe, be sure to explore my other Hawaii style recipes that are just as delicious! My Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice is another great crowd pleaser thats easy to make. This Coconut Pog cocktail is also a great hit to serve!
Sushi Bomb
Ingredients
Spicy Tuna Bomb
- Inari Sushi
- spicy tuna poke Check out my recipe if you don't have one
- Green onion optional
Tuna Bomb
- 1 pack Inari wrapper or just inari sushi
- 3 cups sushi rice
- 1 can tuna drained
- 1/4 cup mayo
- 1 tsp shoyu
- ½ tsp wasabi optional
- salt and pepper to taste
Shoyu ahi sushi bomb
- inari sushi
- shoyu ahi
Instructions
- If you are using inari wrappers and sushi rice, fill the inari over half way with the sushi rice. Flatten the bottom so it will stand upright.
- Top the rest of inari with your favorite toppings! Enjoy!