Description
A fresh and flavorful salmon roll with creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and sushi rice, all wrapped in nori. Perfect for sushi lovers!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Sushi Rice:
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 1 ¼ cups water
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt
For the Filling:
- 4 oz fresh salmon (sushi-grade)
- ½ avocado, sliced
- ½ cucumber, julienned
- 1 tbsp cream cheese (optional)
For Rolling:
- 2 sheets nori (seaweed)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
For Serving:
- Soy sauce
- Pickled ginger
- Wasabi
Instructions
1. Prepare the Sushi Rice
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Cook the rice with water in a rice cooker or pot. Let it cool slightly.
- Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt, then gently fold into the rice.
2. Prepare the Salmon & Vegetables
- Slice the salmon into thin strips.
- Cut the avocado into thin slices.
- Julienne the cucumber into thin matchsticks.
3. Assemble the Roll
- Place a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat.
- Spread an even layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving 1 inch at the top edge.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over the rice (optional).
4. Add the Fillings
- Lay the salmon, avocado, and cucumber along the bottom edge of the rice.
- Add a thin layer of cream cheese if desired.
5. Roll the Sushi
- Use the bamboo mat to gently roll the sushi, pressing firmly but not too hard.
- Seal the edge by moistening it with a little water.
6. Slice & Serve
- Use a sharp knife to cut the roll into 6-8 pieces.
- Wipe the knife with a wet towel between cuts for clean slices.
- Serve with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi.
Notes
✔ Use sushi-grade salmon to ensure safety.
✔ Dip your fingers in water while handling rice to prevent sticking.
✔ Chill the rolls for 5 minutes before slicing for neater cuts.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Keywords: Salmon Roll, Sushi Roll, Homemade Sushi, Japanese Food, Sushi Recipe