The California Roll Recipe
made in house, crab, cucumber, sushi rice. japanese mayo
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Ingredients
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Sushi Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Sushi Rice
Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and water in a rice cooker or pot and cook according to the rice cooker instructions or bring to a boil, then cover and reduce to low heat for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- 2
Season the Rice
In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Gently fold this mixture into the cooked rice. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.
- 3
Rolling the Sushi
- 4
Assemble the Roll
Place a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down. Wet your hands to prevent sticking and grab a handful of sushi rice. Spread the rice evenly over the nori, leaving about 1 inch at the top edge.
- 5
Add Fillings
Layer the crab mixture and cucumber strips in a line across the center of the rice.
- 6
Roll the Sushi
Using the sushi mat, carefully lift the edge of the mat closest to you and roll it over the filling. Apply gentle pressure to form a tight roll. Continue rolling until the entire sheet is rolled up. Use a sharp knife to slice the roll into 6-8 pieces.