Sarah's Special Sushi is a unique twist on traditional sushi, featuring a combination of fresh ingredients and flavors that will leave your taste buds wanting more. This recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a fun night in with friends and family.
Ingredients
- 2 cups sushi rice
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 cup rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 pound sushi-grade fish (such as tuna or salmon)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cucumber, julienned
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon wasabi
- 1 tablespoon pickled ginger
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
Directions
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Combine the rice and water in a rice cooker and cook according to instructions.
- In a small saucepan, combine the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Heat until the sugar and salt dissolve.
- Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture. Let the rice cool to room temperature.
- Slice the fish into thin strips.
- Lay a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat. Wet your hands and spread a thin layer of rice on the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
- Place a strip of fish, avocado, cucumber, and carrot in the center of the rice.
- Roll the sushi tightly using the bamboo mat.
- Slice the sushi roll into 8 pieces and repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Serve the sushi with soy sauce, wasabi, pickled ginger, and sesame seeds.
- Enjoy your delicious Sarah's Special Sushi!
Interesting Facts
Sushi rice should be slightly sticky for the perfect sushi roll texture.
Fresh fish is key for great-tasting sushi.
Wasabi adds a spicy kick to your sushi.