Sushi

    I have noticed alot of people in the last few years who are crazy about sushi. I am not as exctied about it but I try to taste the different kinds and have begun to like sushi that incorporates shrimp. I found a little guide to help you make sushi at home!

Sushi making step 1

The first thing you need is a roll matt.

If you cover it in cling film before use it will last much longer.

Place a sheet of nori on the matt with the shiny side facing down and the lines in the nori running vertical.

Sushi making step 2

Wet your hands with a little water mixed with vinegar, then pick up around 200g of cooked sushi rice.

Sushi making step 3

Evenly spread the rice over the nori sheet ensuring that you do not compact it too much.

Wet your hands with a little more water if necessary.

 

Sushi making step 4

Spread the rice right out to the edges of the nori and leave a 2 cm gap at the top of the seaweed without any rice on it.

 

Sushi making step 5

Make a horizontal groove in the rice running down the centre and then place the fillings of your choice on it. We recommend: cucumber, Japanese omelette, BBQ eel, tuna mayo ir avocado.

 

Sushi making step 6

 

Carefully begin rolling the matt from the edge nearest you by placing your thumbs under it and your fingers on the filling. Press down a little as you roll, but not so tightly that the rice and filling comes out the sides.

 

 

Sushi making step 7

When the top of the roll matt reaches the edge of the rice, pull out the end of the matt so that it is not rolled up in the sushi.

Sushi making step 8

Holding the matt away from the sushi, flip the roll over one more time so the the seaweed is totally wrapped around the rice.

 

Sushi making step 9

 

Gently press the sides of the roll with fingers to flatten, and carefully remove the matt from around the sushi.

Sushi making step 10

Cut the roll in half using a sharp knife that has been dipped in a mix of vinegar and water. Then place the two halves next to each other and cut into thirds.

Sushi making step 11

 

Your sushi is ready. Enjoy with some wasabi paste and soya sauce.

 

There you are sushi lovers! If you liked this how to check out The Good Food Channel at http://uktv.co.uk/goodfood/homepage/sid/566

 

Ani <3