Salmon Sushi
Salmon sushi is a delightful dish that captures the essence of Japanese cuisine. With its buttery salmon, tangy vinegared rice, and fresh vegetables, this sushi roll is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this recipe is easy to follow, making it accessible for beginners and sushi aficionados alike. Enjoy impressing your friends and family with homemade salmon sushi that tastes as exquisite as it looks!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Assembling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 8 oz sushi-grade salmon
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 nori sheets
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced into strips
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the rice: Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear. Combine with 1 cup water in a pot; boil then simmer covered for 20 minutes.
- Season the rice: Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a bowl until dissolved. Fold into warm rice gently.
- Prepare fillings: Slice cucumber and avocado into thin strips; cut salmon into long pieces.
- Assemble: Place a nori sheet on a bamboo mat, spread rice over three-quarters of it. Layer salmon, cucumber, and avocado in the center.
- Roll: Tightly roll using the mat from the bottom edge; wet top edge to seal.
- Slice: Use a sharp knife dipped in water to cut rolls into bite-sized pieces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg