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Sushi Burrito

When Sushi Met the Burrito

The Sushi Burrito is a modern fusion dish that wraps the elegance of Japanese sushi into the convenience of a Mexican burrito.
Instead of being sliced into bite-sized rolls, this oversized sushi is designed to be held like a burritowith sushi rice, raw fish, vegetables, avocado, and sauces wrapped tightly in a sheet of seaweed (nori).

The idea? Take sushi out of the bento box and into your hand.

Born in San Francisco, Built for a Fast-Paced World

Sushi Burrito was first introduced in 2011 by Peter Yen, founder of the restaurant Sushirrito in San Francisco. His vision was to create sushi that could be eaten on the gono chopsticks, no mess, and no time wasted.

In no time, the concept caught on, especially in cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago, where food trucks and urban eateries embraced this portable delight.

A Customizable, Grab-and-Go Power Meal

One of the biggest reasons behind Sushi Burritos popularity is customization. Diners can choose their preferred fillings and sauces, including:

  • Seafood lovers: Salmon, spicy tuna, shrimp tempura, tobiko
  • Vegetarian options: Tofu, avocado, cucumber, pickled radish
  • Spicy fans: Wasabi mayo, sriracha aioli, or gochujang
  • Health-conscious eaters: Brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice

Its satisfying, protein-packed, and fits into various dietsfrom keto and low-carb to plant-based.

Going Global, One Wrap at a Time

From street food trucks in the U.S. to high-end sushi spots in Tokyo, Sushi Burrito has gone worldwide. Each region adds its own local twist, making this dish both familiar and endlessly creative.

Some popular styles include:

  • California Style: Imitation crab, avocado, cucumber
  • Spicy Tuna: Sriracha tuna, avocado, sesame seeds
  • Vegetarian: Grilled tofu, leafy greens, tamago
  • Teriyaki Roll: Chicken teriyaki with crisp lettuce and sweet sauce
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