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Sushi Platter

A beautiful assortment of nigiri and maki rolls featuring the freshest fish atop perfectly seasoned vinegared rice. The art of Japanese sushi-making in your own kitchen.

Sushi Platter
Prep Time45 min
Cook Time20 min
Servings4
DifficultyHard

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sushi rice
  • 3 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 200g sashimi-grade salmon
  • 200g sashimi-grade tuna
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1 cucumber, julienned
  • Nori sheets
  • Soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger for serving

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse sushi rice until water runs clear. Cook according to package instructions.

  2. 2

    Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Fold into hot rice with a wooden spatula. Fan to cool.

  3. 3

    For nigiri: wet hands, form small oval rice balls, place a slice of fish on top, and press gently.

  4. 4

    For maki: lay nori on a bamboo mat, spread rice evenly, add fillings, and roll tightly.

  5. 5

    Slice maki rolls into 6-8 pieces with a wet, sharp knife.

  6. 6

    Arrange on a platter with pickled ginger, wasabi, and soy sauce.

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