Modern Sushi Delight

About this recipe

Explore the art of sushi-making with this simplified, yet authentic sushi roll recipe. Perfectly balancing flavors and textures, this dish combines seasoned sushi rice, crisp vegetables, and fresh seafood, all wrapped in nori for a homemade Japanese culinary experience.

Ingredients

• 2 cups sushi rice
• 2 1/2 cups water
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 sheets nori seaweed
• 1 cucumber, julienned
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 8 pieces cooked shrimp
• Soy sauce for dipping
• Pickled ginger for serving
• Wasabi for serving

Directions

1. 1

   Rinse sushi rice under cold water until water runs clear.

2. 2

   Combine rice and water in a pot, bring to a boil, then simmer covered until water is absorbed, about 10 minutes. Let it cool.

3. 3

   Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Stir into cooled rice.

4. 4

   Place nori on a bamboo sushi mat and spread a layer of rice over it, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.

5. 5

   Arrange cucumber, carrot, avocado, and shrimp on the rice.

6. 6

   Roll the nori tightly using the bamboo mat and applying gentle pressure.

7. 7

   Slice the roll into pieces using a sharp knife.

8. 8

   Serve sushi with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi.