Sake Don Recipe

Sake Don Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the Sushi Rice

   Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch.

2. 2

   Cook the Sushi Rice

   In a rice cooker or pot, combine the rinsed sushi rice and water. Cook according to the rice cooker instructions or bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for another 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Season the Sushi Rice

   In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl, pour the vinegar mixture over it, and gently fold the rice with a spatula to combine. Allow it to cool to room temperature.

4. 4

   Slice the Salmon

   Thinly slice the fresh salmon sashimi and smoked salmon sashimi into bite-sized pieces.

5. 5

   Assemble the Sake Don

   In a bowl, add a generous serving of sushi rice as the base. Arrange the fresh and smoked salmon sashimi beautifully on top of the rice.

6. 6

   Garnish and Serve

   Drizzle soy sauce over the salmon, add a dollop of wasabi on the side, and top with pickled ginger, sesame seeds, and chopped green onions. Serve immediately.