Description
Learn to make sushi at home with this step-by-step guide. Perfect for beginners and sushi enthusiasts alike, this recipe is easy, customizable, and packed with fresh flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 4 sheets nori (seaweed)
- 1/2 cucumber, julienned
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 4 oz sashimi-grade fish (salmon or tuna) or 4 pieces cooked shrimp tempura
- 1/3 cup rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- Optional toppings: 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, 2 tablespoons spicy mayo, or 2 tablespoons eel sauce
Instructions
- Prepare sushi rice: Wash thoroughly, cook, season with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt, and let it cool to room temperature.
- Spread about 1/4 cup of rice onto a nori sheet, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
- Layer cucumber, avocado, and fish horizontally across the center.
- Roll tightly using a bamboo mat, sealing the edge with water.
- Slice the roll into 6-8 even pieces using a sharp, wet knife.
- Garnish with sesame seeds or spicy mayo, and serve with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger.
Notes
- For best results, use sashimi-grade fish or fully cooked proteins.
- Prepare rice and fillings ahead of time for efficient assembly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Rolling, Assembling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Sushi recipe, homemade sushi, easy sushi rolls