Skinny Lady Roll (vegan) Recipe
Avocado, fried yuca, cucumber, maduro, sweet Asian vegetable
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Ingredients
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Roll Filling
Sushi Rice
Serving
Method
Prepare Sushi Rice
- 1
Rinse the Sushi Rice
In a fine mesh sieve, rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch.
- 2
Cook the Sushi Rice
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed sushi rice and 1.5 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
- 3
Season the Rice
Once cooked, remove the rice from heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes. In a small bowl, mix together the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Gently fold this mixture into the cooked rice with a wooden spatula. Allow to cool to room temperature.
Prepare Fillings
- 4
- 5
Fry the Yuca
If using fresh yuca, peel and cut it into sticks or cubes. Boil in salted water for about 15 minutes until tender, then drain and fry in hot oil until golden brown. If using pre-fried yuca, simply heat it according to package instructions.
- 6
Slice the Cucumber and Maduro
Peel the cucumber if desired and slice it thinly. For the maduro, peel and slice into long strips or rounds.
- 7
Prepare Sweet Asian Vegetables
Wash and chop the sweet Asian vegetables into thin strips or bite-sized pieces.
Assemble the Rolls
- 8
Lay Out Nori Sheets
Place a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down.
- 9
Spread the Rice
Wet your hands to prevent sticking and take about 1/2 cup of sushi rice. Spread it evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
- 10
- 11
Roll the Sushi
Starting from the bottom, carefully roll the sushi away from you, using the mat to help. Roll tightly but not too tight to avoid squeezing out the fillings. Wet the top edge of the nori with a little water to seal the roll.
- 12
Slice the Rolls
Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into bite-sized pieces, cleaning the knife with a damp cloth between cuts to prevent sticking.
Serve
- 13
Plate the Rolls
Arrange the sliced rolls on a serving plate.
- 14
Add Condiments
Serve with soy sauce for dipping and a small amount of wasabi on the side if desired.