Shrimp Gunkan Maki

Shrimp Gunkan Maki, also known as 'battleship sushi,' is a type of nigiri sushi where a small mound of vinegared rice is wrapped with a tall strip of nori seaweed to form a cup, which is then filled with a topping. In this case, the topping is typically cooked, chilled, and often butterflied shrimp (ebi). It is a classic and popular item originating from Japan.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily a source of protein from the shrimp and carbohydrates from the sushi rice, with minimal fat. It provides key nutrients like selenium, vitamin B12, and iodine from the seafood, and a single piece generally contains around 40-60 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	75 kcal
Protein	6.5 g
Carbs	8.5 g
Fat	1.2 g
Fiber	0.3 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	310 mg
Selenium	12 mcg
Vitamin B12	0.4 mcg
Phosphorus	95 mg
Zinc	0.6 mg
Copper	0.15 mg
Niacin (B3)	1.0 mg
Vitamin E	0.3 mg
Iron	0.5 mg

Per 2 pieces (70 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The 'gunkan' or 'battleship' style was invented in 1941 at Tokyo's Ginza Kyubey restaurant to hold softer toppings that would fall off traditional nigiri, showcasing a clever culinary innovation within sushi culture.