Philly Roll Sushi Calories

It can be, but Philly Roll Sushi is also commonly made with smoked salmon, and some restaurants use cooked salmon. Recipes vary, so the roll’s name alone does not tell you whether its fish is raw.

Philly Roll Sushi is generally named for the cream cheese associated with Philadelphia, rather than being proof that the roll originated in the city. The cream cheese is its signature pairing with salmon.

Philly Roll Sushi is known for salmon and cream cheese, often with avocado; a California roll more commonly uses imitation crab, avocado and cucumber. Both are sushi rolls, but their signature fillings are different.

Spread seasoned sushi rice over nori, then add salmon, cream cheese and avocado in a narrow line. Roll tightly with a bamboo mat and slice with a sharp, damp knife. If using raw salmon, choose fish sold for raw consumption and keep it chilled.

Philly Roll Sushi may be made with raw salmon, smoked salmon or cooked salmon, so it is not always a cooked roll. Ask the restaurant which salmon it uses; smoked fish is not necessarily fully cooked.

Serve Philly Roll Sushi with soy sauce, pickled ginger and wasabi for a classic sushi-style meal. A light cucumber salad or miso soup also pairs well without competing with the roll’s creamy filling.

Philly Roll Sushi is best eaten soon after it is made; refrigerate leftovers in a sealed container and eat them the same day. The rice dries out, avocado darkens and fish quality declines, so discard sushi that has sat out for an extended time.

Freezing Philly Roll Sushi is not recommended. The rice can turn firm, avocado may become watery and discolored, and cream cheese can lose its smooth texture after thawing. Make or order only what you expect to eat.

Avoid Philly Roll Sushi made with raw or cold-smoked salmon during pregnancy; choose a version with fully cooked fish, and make sure the cream cheese is pasteurized. If you are unsure how it was prepared, ask your healthcare professional for advice.