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Small, neatly arranged portions of white rice topped with visibly cooked seafood, with soft, slightly glossy surfaces and no raw-looking fish.

Boiled sushi Calories

Low fat, moderate carbs, light protein

CALORIES · 100 G

130kcal

GI

58medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

92mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.8g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Boiled sushi (35 g) has 46 calories. That works out to 130 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.6 g of carbs, 1.7 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 0.1 µg of B12 covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Boiled sushi Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g

46

KCAL / 35G

Carbs

8.6g

· 3% DV

Protein

1.7g

· 3% DV

Fat

0.4g

· 1% DV

Fiber

0.3g

· 1% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 77% · Protein 15% · Fat 8%

Boiled sushi nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (35 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories46 kcal
Total fat0.4 g1%
Saturated fat0.09 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium74 mg3%
Total carbohydrate8.6 g3%
Fiber0.3 g1%
Protein1.7 g3%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Boiled sushi?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)35 g46 kcal
1 piece (small)20 g26 kcal
1 piece (large)50 g65 kcal
100 g100 g130 kcal
1 serving (medium)150 g195 kcal
1 cup (diced)160 g208 kcal
6 piece (medium)210 g273 kcal
8 piece (large)280 g364 kcal
12 piece (jumbo)420 g546 kcal

Calculated from 130 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Boiled sushi

Is boiled sushi a traditional Japanese dish?

No, boiled sushi is not a widely recognized traditional sushi style. Sushi rice is cooked and seasoned, then shaped or rolled; boiling the finished sushi is not the usual method and can make it fall apart.

Can you boil sushi after you roll it?

No, boiling a finished roll is likely to break it apart and turn the rice mushy. If you want cooked seafood in boiled sushi, cook the filling first, let it cool, and then assemble the sushi.

Does boiled sushi always contain cooked fish?

No, the name does not reliably tell you whether its fish is cooked. Sushi can contain raw or cooked seafood, so ask what is inside boiled sushi before eating it, especially when raw fish is a concern.

What kind of fish is used in boiled sushi?

There is no standard fish used in boiled sushi because the name does not refer to one established recipe. Cooked shrimp, crab, or cooked fish can be used in sushi, but check the filling rather than assuming a particular ingredient.

Can boiled sushi be served cold?

Yes, sushi is generally served cool or at room temperature rather than hot. Keep boiled sushi chilled until serving if it contains seafood, and avoid leaving it out for an extended period.

How long can boiled sushi sit out?

Keep boiled sushi out of the refrigerator for no more than about two hours, and less in hot conditions. Seafood and cooked rice both need careful handling; refrigerate leftovers promptly and aim to eat them the same day.

Can you make boiled sushi without seaweed?

Yes, boiled sushi can be shaped without seaweed. Form the seasoned rice around a cooked filling, or serve the filling over a small mound of rice; nori is common in rolls but is not required for every sushi style.

What sauce goes best with boiled sushi?

Soy sauce is a common dip for boiled sushi, while pickled ginger and wasabi add sharper flavors. Use only a little sauce at a time so the rice and cooked seafood remain easy to taste.

Is boiled sushi different from sushi with cooked fish?

Yes. Sushi with cooked fish describes sushi whose topping or filling is cooked; boiled sushi suggests that the sushi itself was boiled, which is not a standard preparation. The phrase may be used loosely, so confirm how the item was made.

Can you reheat boiled sushi in a microwave?

It is better not to microwave boiled sushi: the rice can become tough, the seaweed can turn limp, and the roll may lose its shape. If you want a hot filling, heat it separately before assembling fresh sushi.

Boiled sushi Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.12µg · 5% DV

B3

0.32mg · 2% DV

B6

0.02mg · 1% DV

Biotin

0.42µg · 1% DV

Minerals

Selenium

2.63µg · 5% DV

Manganese

0.1mg · 4% DV

Sodium

74mg · 3% DV

Phosphorus

20mg · 3% DV

Potassium ⭐

32mg · 1% DV

Boiled sushi Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

58
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

4.9
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Boiled sushi

To burn the 46 calories in 1 piece (medium) (35 g):

🚶

11min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

5min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

6min

Cycling

🏊

5min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Boiled sushi?

Boiled sushi is best understood as sushi made with cooked rice, usually seasoned lightly with vinegar and paired with a filling or topping such as fish or vegetables. The name refers to the rice being cooked; it does not necessarily mean the fish is boiled, and “boiled sushi” is not a widely recognised traditional Japanese style.

The rice is soft and gently tangy, with the filling providing most of the contrast. It can be served in small pieces with soy sauce, pickled ginger and green tea, as a light meal or snack. Its nutrition is led by carbohydrates, with little fat and a modest amount of protein; it provides 130 calories per 100 g. For a lighter option, choose vegetable-forward fillings and go easy on rich sauces.

How Nutritious Is Boiled sushi?

Nutrient density

Medium

38/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

38/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is Boiled sushi Processed?

NOVA 3

Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Boiled sushi Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish yes
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Boiled sushi Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

— Not suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Boiled sushi Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.09g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.08g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.08g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.