Recipes Sakai Sushi Train and Grill Salmon Sushi

Salmon Sushi Recipe

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@sakaisushitrainandgrill

Sep 26 2025

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1h

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Serves 2

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Recipe information

Make Salmon Sushi in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

Preparing Sushi Rice

1. Rinse the Rice

In a fine-mesh sieve, rinse the sushi rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch.

2. Cook the Rice

In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed sushi rice and 2.5 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.

3. Season the Rice

In a small bowl, mix together rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture. Allow it to cool to room temperature.

Preparing Salmon Filling

4. Prepare the Salmon

Ensure the salmon fillet is skinless and deboned. Cut it into thin strips, about 1/2 inch wide.

5. Season the Salmon

Drizzle the soy sauce over the salmon strips and let them marinate for about 15 minutes.

Assembling the Sushi

6. Prepare Ingredients

Slice the avocado and cucumber into thin strips.

7. Lay Out the Nori

Place a sheet of nori, shiny side down, on a bamboo sushi mat.

8. Spread the Rice

With wet hands, take about a handful of sushi rice and spread it evenly over the nori, leaving about 1 inch at the top edge.

9. Add Fillings

Lay salmon strips, avocado slices, and cucumber strips horizontally across the rice.

10. Roll the Sushi

Using the bamboo mat, start rolling the sushi tightly away from you, pressing gently. Continue rolling until the sushi is fully wrapped.

11. Cut the Sushi

With a sharp knife, slice the roll into bite-sized pieces. Wipe the knife with a damp cloth between cuts to ensure clean edges.

12. Serve

Arrange the sushi pieces on a plate. Serve with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger on the side.