Delicious Homemade Sushi
Description
Sushi rice should be round; it has a high starch content. The fish should be lightly salted. Don't forget to buy pickled ginger and wasabi. For everything else, rely on my detailed recipe. Serve with greens and sauce.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Rinse the rice 8–9 times in cool water. Line the bottom of the pot with a sheet of foil, add the rice, and pour in water up to the first knuckle of your finger. Cook over medium-high heat for 10 minutes with the lid on. Remove the pot from the heat; do not open the lid for 15 minutes.
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Step 2
2. Put the vinegar on the heat, add salt and sugar, and stir until dissolved. The vinegar should not boil.
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Step 3
3. When the rice has rested for 15 minutes, pour the vinegar into it and mix. Transfer the rice to a large container to cool, and cover with a damp towel.
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Step 4
4. Clean the fish if necessary, and cut it into thin slices.
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Step 5
5. Peel the cucumbers and cut them into matchsticks. Remove the seeds and place the cucumbers in water.
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Step 6
6. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and peel off the skin. Slice into thin planks.
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Step 7
7. Prepare the mat for rolling the rolls. Wrap it lengthwise and crosswise with plastic wrap. Prepare water for wetting your hands: add 2 tbsp rice vinegar and half the lemon juice.
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Step 8
8. Cut the nori sheet in half and place it on the mat, glossy side down. Wet your hand with lemon water, take 80–90 grams of rice, roll it into a ball, and spread the rice in a thin layer.
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Step 9
9. Flip the nori with the rice and place it on the edge of the mat. To make Philadelphia rolls, place cheese on the nori, cucumbers on one side, and avocado on the other.
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Step 10
10. Begin rolling the roll with the mat, pressing it firmly with your hands. Give it a round or square shape.
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Step 11
11. Place the red fish on top, tuck its edges under the roll. Press the roll once more with the mat to give it its final shape.
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Step 12
12. To prepare California rolls, in addition to cheese, cucumber, and avocado, place red fish inside.
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Step 13
13. Sprinkle sesame seeds next to the roll, coat the roll in them. Press the sesame seeds with the mat so they stick to the rice.
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Step 14
14. Cut the finished rolls into even pieces. Serve with pickled ginger, wasabi, and soy sauce.