Ikura Sushi

Ikura sushi is a common name for a type of gunkanmaki topped with ikura—plump orbs of salmon roe. Ikura is usually marinated in soy sauce, and the sushi is assembled by wrapping nori seaweed around a ball of sushi rice. The combination is then topped with a spoonful of roe.

This sushi type is a relatively recent invention that became popular after salmon was introduced as a sushi ingredient. Occasionally, ikura sushi will come topped with a cucumber slice.