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Easy Sushi Rolls

Learn how to make delicious homemade sushi rolls with simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions for a fun, relaxing night at home.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine asian, Japanese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Sushi Rice

  • 2 cups Sushi rice (short grain) Rinse until water is mostly clear.
  • 2.5 cups Water For cooking rice.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar For seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar For sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt For flavor.

For the Maki Rolls

  • 5 sheets Nori sheets Seaweed for rolling.
  • 1 cup Imitation crab Or other fillings like cooked shrimp, smoked salmon, tofu, etc.
  • 1 cup Vegetables Cucumber sticks, avocado slices, carrots, bell peppers, scallions.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds For garnishing, optional.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce For serving.
  • 1 tablespoon Wasabi For serving, optional.

Instructions
 

Cooking the Rice

  • Rinse sushi rice until the water is mostly clear. Cook it according to the package directions.
  • While the rice is still warm, mix rice vinegar with sugar and salt, then gently fold it into the rice. Allow it to cool.

Preparing to Roll

  • Set up your bamboo mat on a flat surface.
  • Lay a sheet of nori, shiny side down, on top of the bamboo mat.
  • Prepare your fillings, slicing them into thin sticks for easy rolling.

Assembling the Rolls

  • Wet your fingers and grab a handful of rice, spreading it evenly over the nori, leaving about an inch bare at the top.
  • Place your desired fillings in a line across the lower third of the rice.
  • Lift the edge of the mat closest to you and begin to roll over the fillings, tucking gently and pressing lightly to seal.
  • Slice the roll with a sharp knife into 8 pieces, wiping the knife between cuts for clean slices.

Notes

Sushi is best enjoyed fresh. Pair with a simple broth soup for a complete meal. Don't overfill your rolls to prevent them from falling apart.
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