Mackerel-sushi Recipe
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Ingredients
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Sushi Rice
Mackerel Filling
Sushi Assembly
Method
Preparing Sushi Rice
- 1
Rinse the Rice
Place the Japanese short-grain rice in a fine-mesh sieve and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch.
- 2
Cook the Rice
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and 2.5 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 minutes.
- 3
Season the Rice
Remove the rice from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 10 minutes. In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Gently fold this mixture into the rice with a spatula.
Preparing Mackerel
- 4
Marinate the Mackerel
In a shallow dish, combine the mackerel fillets with soy sauce, making sure they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- 5
Assembling the Sushi
- 6
Lay Out the Nori
Place a nori sheet on a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down.
- 7
Spread the Rice
Wet your hands to prevent sticking. Take a handful of sushi rice and spread it evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
- 8
- 9
Roll the Sushi
Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the sushi away from you, pressing gently to keep it tight. Seal the edge with a little water.
- 10
Slice the Rolls
With a sharp knife, slice the sushi roll into 6-8 pieces, wiping the knife with a damp cloth between cuts.
- 11
Garnish and Serve
Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and serve with wasabi paste and pickled ginger on the side.
