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Homemade sushi-making process with fresh ingredients and rolling mat.

Homemade Sushi

Create delicious and visually appealing sushi rolls in your own kitchen using fresh ingredients and quality sushi rice. Perfect for gatherings and family fun!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Sushi Ingredients
  • 2 cups Short-grain sushi rice The backbone of any sushi roll; crucial for texture.
  • 4 sheets Nori (seaweed sheets) Ensure they are fresh as they wrap the sushi.
  • 200 grams Fresh fish (tuna or salmon) Must be sushi-grade for safety.
  • 1 cup Vegetables (cucumber, avocado, carrots) Add variety and crunch.
  • to taste Soy sauce Essential for dipping.
  • to taste Wasabi Adjust according to spice preference.
  • to taste Pickled ginger Helps cleanse the palate.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook sushi rice according to package instructions and let it cool.
  2. Place a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat.
  3. Wet your hands and spread a thin layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving an edge at the top.
  4. Lay your choice of fresh fish and vegetables in a line along the bottom edge of the rice.
  5. Roll the sushi tightly using the mat, applying gentle pressure.
  6. Slice the roll into bite-sized pieces with a sharp, wet knife.
  7. Serve with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger.

Notes

Homemade sushi is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Freeze only if necessary, and consume within one month.