Easy Homemade Sushi Roll (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Rice Base
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1 cup cooked sushi rice or brown rice, cooled to room temperature
→ Wrap & Fillings
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1-2 seaweed nori wraps (smaller size preferred, or cut larger ones down with scissors)
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3 sticks imitation crab meat
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1/2 ripe avocado, sliced into thin, delicate pieces
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1/2 cucumber, sliced into thin, refreshing strips
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Cream cheese (optional, for an extra creamy layer)
→ Sauces & Toppings
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2 tablespoons spicy mayo
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1 tablespoon eel or oyster sauce (found in the Asian food aisle)
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1/4 cup French fried onions, for that perfect crunch
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Panko bread crumbs (optional, for extra texture on top)
# Instructions:
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Start by slicing all your fillings into thin, elegant strips. This attention to detail will ensure each bite has the perfect balance of flavors and textures.
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Lay a piece of plastic wrap over your sushi mat. Spread your cooled rice over it, then cover with another piece of plastic wrap. Use a rolling pin to shape it into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick and large enough to hold your nori wrap.
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Remove the top plastic wrap and place your nori sheet over the rice with the shiny side facing up, creating the perfect foundation for your fillings.
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Arrange your imitation crab, avocado slices, and cucumber strips down the center. Drizzle with a little spicy mayo and eel or oyster sauce, creating layers of flavor.
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Using the plastic wrap underneath, pull both sides up to bring the roll together. Then use your sushi mat, a towel, or your hands to gently shape it into a perfect cylinder.
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Drizzle more spicy mayo and eel or oyster sauce over your roll, then sprinkle with French fried onions and optional panko breadcrumbs for that delightful textural contrast.
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With a sharp or serrated knife dipped in rice vinegar or water to prevent sticking, slice your roll into beautiful pieces. Arrange on a plate and enjoy your homemade sushi creation!
# Notes:
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This fusion sushi roll combines traditional flavors with modern crunchy toppings
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Dipping your knife in water or rice vinegar between cuts helps create clean, beautiful slices