California Recipe

HALF ROLLS

1. 1

   Prepare Sushi Rice

   Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice according to the package instructions. Once cooked, transfer the rice to a bowl.

2. 2

   Season Sushi Rice

   In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Pour this mixture over the cooked rice and gently fold to combine. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.

3. 3

   Prepare Fillings

   While the rice is cooling, cut the cucumber into thin strips and slice the avocado in half, removing the pit. Scoop out the flesh and slice it into thin strips as well. Cut the crab sticks into smaller, manageable pieces.

4. 4

   Assemble the Rolls

   Lay a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down. With wet hands, spread a thin layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving about 1 inch at the top edge. Arrange the crab sticks, cucumber, and avocado in a line along the bottom edge of the rice.

5. 5

   Roll the Sushi

   Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the nori away from you, pressing gently but firmly to keep the filling inside. Roll until you reach the exposed edge of the nori. Moisten the edge with a little water to seal the roll.

6. 6

   Cut the Rolls

   Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 6-8 pieces. Clean the knife with a damp cloth between cuts to ensure clean edges.

7. 7

   Serve

   Arrange the half rolls on a serving plate. Serve with soy sauce and wasabi on the side.