Snakeskin Roll Delight

About this recipe

This visually stunning sushi roll features fresh ingredients wrapped in a nori sheet, giving a unique texture that resembles snakeskin. Perfect for special occasions or whenever you want to showcase your sushi-making skills at home. With simple components like avocado, cucumber, and smoked salmon, it's as delicious as it is beautiful.

Ingredients

• 1 cup sushi rice
• 1 1/4 cups water
• 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 sheets nori
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1/2 cucumber, julienned
• 1/2 red bell pepper, julienned
• 4 ounces smoked salmon, sliced
• 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds

Directions

1. 1

   Rinse and drain the sushi rice under cold water until clear.

2. 2

   Combine rice and water in a saucepan, bring to boil, then cover and simmer for 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 10 minutes.

3. 3

   In a small pan, heat rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Mix into rice gently.

4. 4

   Lay a nori sheet on a bamboo mat wrapped with plastic. Spread rice evenly, leaving a 1-inch border.

5. 5

   Line avocado, cucumber, bell pepper, and smoked salmon across the center. Sprinkle with black sesame seeds.

6. 6

   Roll tightly using the mat. Moisten the edge of nori to seal.

7. 7

   Cut rolls with a sharp knife, rinsing in cold water between cuts.

8. 8

   Serve the sushi rolls fresh.