Sushi Or Sashimi (1 Pc Per Order) Recipe
Make Sushi Or Sashimi (1 Pc Per Order) Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Sushi Rice
Fish and Fillings
Method
Prepare Sushi Rice
- 1
Rinse the Rice
Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- 2
Soak the Rice
In a rice cooker or pot, combine the rinsed sushi rice and water. Let it soak for 30 minutes.
- 3
Cook the Rice
Cook the rice according to the rice cooker instructions, or bring to a boil on the stove, then reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook for about 18 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
- 4
Rest the Rice
Once cooked, remove from heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes.
- 5
Season the Rice
In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Gently fold this mixture into the warm rice using a wooden spatula.
Prepare Sushi or Sashimi
- 6
Prepare Nori
If making sushi, place a bamboo sushi mat on a flat surface and lay a sheet of nori on it, shiny side down.
- 7
Spread the Rice
Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking, then take a handful of sushi rice and spread it evenly over the nori, leaving about 1 inch at the top edge.
- 8
- 9
Roll the Sushi
Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the sushi away from you, applying gentle pressure to keep it tight.
- 10
Slice the Sushi
Once rolled, use a sharp knife to slice the sushi roll into 6-8 pieces.
- 11
Prepare Sashimi
For sashimi, simply slice the fresh fish into thin pieces and serve with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger on the side.