Quick Homemade Sushi
Learn how to make fresh, delicious sushi at home without any fancy tools. This customizable recipe is budget-friendly and surprisingly simple – perfect for date nights or trying something new in the kitchen.
Equipment
- Bamboo Rolling Mat
- Sharp Knife
- Rice Paddle
Ingredients
Sushi Roll Ingredients
- 6 sheets sushi seaweed (nori)
- 2 cups prepared sushi rice short-grain, seasoned
- 0.5 lb sashimi-grade salmon or filling of choice
- 4 oz cream cheese sliced into strips
- 1 avocado sliced
- soy sauce for serving
Instructions
- Place a sheet of seaweed shiny side down on your bamboo rolling mat. Spread an even layer of sushi rice over 3/4 of the nori, using wet hands or a rice paddle.
- Layer your choice of fillings – salmon, cream cheese, avocado – across the center of the rice.
- Roll the sushi tightly using the bamboo mat, tucking gently as you go to form a tight roll.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the roll into even pieces. Wipe the knife between cuts for clean slices.
- Serve immediately with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi if desired.
Notes
Sushi is best eaten fresh. Avoid refrigerating leftovers, especially those with raw fish. For beginners, start with cooked shrimp or smoked salmon. Customize your rolls with any fillings you like!