Jul 14 2026
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Salmon-sushi Recipe

Inspired by TakoSushi
Time1h
Serves2

Make Salmon-sushi 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

Sushi Filling

Sushi Wrapping

Method

Sushi Rice Preparation

  1. 1

    Rinse and Cook Rice

    Rinse 1 cup of sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rinsed rice and 1.5 cups of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until water is absorbed.

  2. 2

    Season Rice

    Once cooked, remove the rice from heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes. In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 0.5 teaspoons of salt until dissolved. Stir this mixture into the warm rice gently to season it. Let the rice cool to room temperature.

Sushi Filling Preparation

  1. 3

    Prepare Salmon

    Ensure the fresh salmon fillet is skinless and boneless. Slice it into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick.

  2. 4

    Slice Vegetables

    Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and slice it into thin strips. Peel and slice the cucumber into thin sticks.

  3. 5

    Prepare Cream Cheese

    Soften the cream cheese slightly at room temperature for easier spreading.

Sushi Assembly

  1. 6

    Lay Nori

    Place a nori sheet, shiny side down, on a bamboo sushi mat or a clean surface.

  2. 7

    Spread Rice

    Wet your hands to avoid sticking, and take a handful of sushi rice. Spread it evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.

  3. 8

    Add Fillings

    Lay strips of salmon, avocado, cucumber, and a line of cream cheese across the rice, about 1 inch from the bottom edge.

  4. 9

    Roll Sushi

    Using the mat, carefully lift the edge closest to you and start rolling it away from you, applying gentle pressure. Roll until the filling is enclosed, then use the mat to shape it into a cylinder.

  5. 10

    Slice Sushi

    With a sharp knife, slice the rolled sushi into 6-8 pieces, wiping the knife with a damp cloth between slices to keep it clean.

Serving

  1. 11

    Plate and Serve

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

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