Description
Savor the art of sushi-making with this easy-to-follow homemade sushi rolls recipe. Perfect for beginners, these delightful rolls combine fresh ingredients like crisp vegetables and succulent seafood, all wrapped in seasoned sushi rice and nori. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or enjoying a cozy night at home, crafting your own sushi rolls is not only a fun activity but also a delicious way to impress family and friends. With endless opportunities for customization, you can tailor each roll to fit your personal taste—add avocado for creaminess or spicy tuna for a kick. Dive into the vibrant world of Japanese cuisine and experience the joy of making sushi that is as beautiful as it is delicious!
Ingredients
- Sushi rice
- Nori sheets
- Fresh vegetables (cucumber, carrots)
- Fish or seafood (salmon, shrimp)
- Rice vinegar
- Soy sauce
Instructions
- Rinse 2 cups of sushi rice under cold water until clear. Cook according to package instructions.
- Once cooked, season with 3 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and ½ teaspoon of salt while still warm. Let it cool slightly.
- Prepare fillings by slicing vegetables and fish into thin strips.
- Lay a nori sheet on a bamboo mat, shiny side down. Wet your hands and spread an even layer of rice over the nori, leaving about an inch at the top.
- Place fillings horizontally across the middle of the rice-covered nori. Roll gently from the bottom using the mat to guide you.
- Slice into bite-sized pieces with a sharp knife dipped in water and serve with soy sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg