Classic Sushi Hand Roll
Indulge in the art of Japanese cuisine with this Classic Sushi Hand Roll recipe, a delightful combination of sushi-grade fish, creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and expertly seasoned sushi rice wrapped in savory nori sheets. Perfect for sushi lovers, this recipe uses simple, fresh ingredients to create handheld rolls that are as fun to make as they are to eat. With a short prep time and easy-to-follow directions, you'll master the technique of rolling these cones in no time, creating a dish that's ideal for lunch, dinner, or a hands-on sushi night with friends. Pair with soy sauce and wasabi for the authentic flavors of Japan in every bite. Keywords: sushi hand roll recipe, sushi-grade fish, homemade sushi rolls, Japanese cuisine, sushi night ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Sushi rice
- 1.25 cup Water
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 5 sheets Nori (seaweed) sheets
- 0.5 pound Fresh sushi-grade fish (such as tuna or salmon)
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 large Avocado
- Soy sauce
- Wasabi
Instructions
Rinse the sushi rice several times under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and 1.25 cups of water. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, then remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 10 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until the sugar dissolves.
Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl, and gently fold the vinegar mixture into the rice with a wooden spatula or paddle. Let it cool to room temperature.
While the rice cools, slice the fish into thin strips about 1/2-inch wide. Peel the cucumber, remove the seeds, and cut into thin strips. Halve the avocado, remove the pit, and slice it into thin pieces.
Lay a sheet of nori on a flat surface, shiny side down. If the nori sheets are large, you can tear them in half.
Wet your fingers with water to prevent sticking and spread a small amount of sushi rice on one end of the nori sheet, approximately a tablespoon, and press it into a thin layer.
Place a few strips of fish, cucumber, and avocado on top of the rice.
Roll the nori tightly around the fillings, shaping it into a cone form as you roll away from you.
Seal the end of the nori with a little water to help it stick together.
Repeat steps 7-11 with the remaining ingredients.
Serve the hand rolls immediately with soy sauce and wasabi on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1073 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.1 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 125 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 1680 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 106.8 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 68.3 g | 137% | |
| Vitamin D | 25.5 mcg | 128% | |
| Calcium | 187 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2764 mg | 59% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
