Cream Cheese Rolls
Description
The appetizer is quick and easy to make. Do you love sushi and rolls but only enjoy them at sushi bars or restaurants? Yet you can easily make your favorite rolls at home too. Don't believe it? I'll tell you. Serve the appetizer at the table.
Instructions
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Step 1
First, prepare the rice. Rinse it thoroughly under running water to remove excess starch.
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Step 2
Put the rinsed rice into a thick-walled pot and cover with water. Place over high heat.
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Step 3
When the rice comes to a boil, cover the pot with a lid and reduce the heat to the lowest setting. Let the rice cook for another 20 minutes.
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Step 4
Ideally, the rice should be both loose and sticky at the same time.
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Step 5
Transfer the rice to a bowl, add the vinegar, and mix well. Then let it cool.
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Step 6
Peel the cucumber and cut it into long thin strips. Cut the salmon fillet into long pieces.
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Step 7
Cut the nori sheet in half and place it shiny side down on the mat. Now spread a thin layer of rice, pieces of salmon, cucumber, and cream cheese.
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Step 8
And, pressing gently, roll up the roll. Lightly moisten the free edge of the nori with water and press it to the roll.
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Step 9
Wrap the remaining rolls the same way.
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Step 10
Using a sharp knife, cut the rolls into 8 pieces. Serve with pickled ginger, soy sauce, and wasabi.