Kanpyo Maki
Kanpyo Maki is a traditional Japanese sushi roll featuring simmered dried gourd strips (kanpyo) as the primary filling. The gourd is typically simmered in a sweet and savory broth of soy sauce, mirin, and sugar before being rolled in sushi rice and nori seaweed. It is a classic example of *makizushi* (rolled sushi) and is a staple in both home cooking and sushi restaurants.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the sushi rice and the gourd, with a moderate amount of protein from the rice. It is relatively low in fat and provides some dietary fiber, with a typical serving containing roughly 200-250 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 45 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Iron | 0.8 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.05 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.2 mg |
| Folate | 20 µg |
Per 2 pieces (approx. 80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, kanpyo maki is a beloved, nostalgic comfort food in Japan, often associated with home-style cooking and bento boxes. Nutritionally, the dried gourd is a unique ingredient that, when rehydrated and cooked, provides a distinct chewy texture and is a good source of potassium.
