Sushi with Salmon and Cucumber
Description
Making salmon and cucumber sushi at home is quite simple. Even if you have never made sushi before, you will have no difficulty with this step-by-step recipe. The appetizer is ready. Serve immediately.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Cook the sushi rice, season it with vinegar, and let it cool completely. Meanwhile, wash, dry, and slice the cucumber into thin strips. A long, straight cucumber works best.
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Step 2
2. Cut the fish into medium-sized strips. For the salmon and cucumber sushi recipe, you can use either lightly salted or smoked fish.
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Step 3
3. Place a nori sheet on the bamboo mat with the smooth side facing down. Spread the rice, pressing firmly, and leave a small strip of nori without rice.
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Step 4
4. Place slices of cucumber and salmon in the center. In this case, this simple salmon and cucumber sushi recipe is also complemented with a lettuce leaf; however, you can use cream cheese, avocado, and other ingredients to taste.
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Step 5
5. Carefully roll the nori, using the mat to help.
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Step 6
6. Each time, press the mat firmly so the nori adheres well to the filling.
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Step 7
7. As a result, you will get a neat roll like this.
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Step 8
8. Using a knife lightly moistened with water, cut into small portion-sized pieces. That's it — your homemade salmon and cucumber sushi is ready to enjoy.