- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 250 kcal
Quick summary
“Learn how to make sushi at home with simple and tasty ingredients. Ideal for those who want to experience oriental cuisine without much complexity.”
What you need to know
- Easy to make at home with common ingredients.
- Delicious and authentic result.
- Versatile, it can be made with or without meat.
- Easy to prepare and complete meal in a few minutes.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Ingredients
Main
- 2 cups of sushi rice
- 1/4 cup of rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 sheets of nori seaweed
- 100g of fresh salmon
- 1/2 Japanese cucumber
- 1 abacate maduro
- Use Japanese rice for best results.
- Do not overload the sushi with fillings to make rolling easier.
- Keep the knife wet while cutting for a cleaner cut.
- For a vegetarian version, replace the salmon with heart of palm or raw vegetables.
- Store in the refrigerator, covered with plastic wrap, for up to 24 hours.
Instructions
Principal
- Start by cooking the rice in water following the package instructions.
- While the rice cooks, in a small pan, mix the vinegar, sugar, and salt and bring to heat until dissolved.
- When the rice is ready, transfer to a large bowl and add the vinegar mixture. Mix gently and let cool.
- Meanwhile, cut the salmon into strips, the cucumber into thin strips, and the avocado into slices.
- On the sushi mat, place a sheet of nori with the shiny side down.
- With wet hands, spread a layer of rice over the nori, leaving a border at the top.
- Place the salmon, cucumber, and avocado in the center of the rice.
- Lift the mat and start rolling the nori over the filling, pressing firmly.
- Roll to the edge without rice and moisten to seal.
- With a wet knife, cut into equal pieces.
- Repeat the process with the other ingredients.
- Serve with soy sauce and wasabi on the side.
Chef's tips
- Keep the knife wet for cleaner cuts.
- Don't overload the sushi with fillings to make rolling easier.
- Use Japanese rice for best results.
Variations
- Vegetarian version with hearts of palm or raw vegetables.
- Version with brown rice.
- Version with raw vegetables.
Substitutions
- Replace the salmon with hearts of palm or raw vegetables for a vegetarian version.
- Use Japanese rice for best results.
- Replace rice with brown rice if you prefer.
How to store
Store in the refrigerator covered with plastic wrap for up to 24 hours.
Can it be frozen?
- Can be frozen.
- Not freezable because the rice is not freezable.
What to serve with
Suggestion to accompany with soy sauce and wasabi.
Frequently asked questions
How do I make rice vinegar?
Just mix the vinegar, sugar, and salt in a saucepan and let it dissolve.
What is Japanese rice?
Japanese rice is the type of rice used to make sushi, it is thinner and has a more intense flavor.
Can you make sushi with cooked rice?
No, cooked rice cannot be used to make sushi.
How do I seal the sushi to keep the filling in place?
Place a folded sheet of nori over the sushi after sealing with water.
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