Beginner-friendly Sushi Recipes At Home

Investing a decade on studying sushi rice and raw fish cutting skills is worthwhile, since it makes a significant difference.Although handmade sushi rolls may never match NYC's best sushi eateries, they do win here:A restaurant meal might cost several hundred dollars, yet you can have a feast for $20. I think it was worth it.

My husband and I started preparing it on Valentine's Day several years ago to escape the restaurant crowds and spend time together cooking a special meal. Now we do it every year. We love it so much we can't restrict it to one day a year and occasionally cook it for supper.

If you can't get sushi-grade fish (our favorite is raw salmon), you can create it at home.

We love shrimp tempura rolls, California rolls with genuine or fake crab, and vegetarian rolls.Our Philadelphia rolls with smoked salmon, cream cheese, avocado, and cucumber are popular.

Maki rolls are any sushi roll containing vinegar-seasoned rice and nori, including these. Filling options are limitless, and the greatest part is making your own rolls. 

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What seaweed should you use for sushi recipes

Start with the correct seaweed. The thick one on the left is great for rolling (I use it). The right one is too fragile. I nibble on seaweed.Sushi-specific seaweed should be marked on the box. Packages may mention nori.

If the seaweed you bought has a glossy side, put it on the outside of the roll.

After preparing the sushi rice, place it over nori and carefully flatten it with a paddle, avoiding smashing it (as my mom would advise). Be sure to check the nori sheet edges!

That piece goes into detail, although I advocate short-grain and white rice over brown. Long-grain rice isn't sticky, which helps seal rolls. I season the rice with salty-sweet sushi vinegar. You may also add sesame seeds.

Know that rice is easier to spread when somewhat warm or at room temperature, so plan your meal ahead of time.

How much fish you need

This time, I received this beautiful piece of fish for my rolls. It was a half-pound chunk, which provided us with enough fish for around six rolls, in addition to some for nibbling. Even though $28 per pound seems like a lot, buying $14 for that much fish is well worth it, and I think it's a steal!

How to cut raw fish for sushi:

This is the way I chop salmon for my sushi rolls. First, cut straight down through the filet. Then, cut that piece in half in the middle so that you get a small strip. To get a clean cut, be careful to use a sharp knife and glide it in one stroke.

Put the items you want on top of the sushi rice. I have salmon, avocado, and cream cheese (I know, I know). However, my favorite is Philly-style rolls, and cooking them at home allows you to customize the contents to your liking.

Use a bamboo mat to roll it up securely. It is a particular kitchen item, but I believe it is worth owning because you can find a good one for around $2 on Amazon or at an Asian market. It guarantees that the roll will stay together and produce the greatest outcomes.

What to serve with your sushi

You may now enjoy the sushi rolls with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi paste, if you would like! For a nice seafood supper at home, you may try Honey Walnut Shrimp or Seared Scallops next. Have fun!