Vegetarian Sushi Rolls

Experience the delightful fusion of Japanese culinary tradition with a Brazilian twist through this recipe for vegetarian sushi rolls. Utilizing common white rice, these rolls present an accessible approach to sushi-making, perfect for appetizers, snacks, or light meals. Fresh fruits and vegetables add vibrant colors and textures, making each bite as appealing to the eyes as to the palate.

Ingredients

🍚 1 cup common white rice
💧 3 cups water
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
🍶 3 tablespoons rice vinegar or common vinegar
🍬 1 tablespoon sugar
🥬 At least 2 sheets nori seaweed
🥒 Cucumber, sliced
🥕 Carrot, sliced
🥭 Mango, sliced for the first roll
🌶️ Red bell pepper, sliced for the second roll
🌶️ Yellow bell pepper, sliced for the second roll
⚫ Black sesame seeds for the inside-out roll
🍶 Soy sauce or teriyaki sauce for serving

Instructions

1- Prepare the Rice:

• Rinse the rice thoroughly using a colander under running water until the water is clear.
• Place the rinsed rice in an aluminum cooking pot. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and 3 cups of cold water.
• Bring to a boil over maximum heat on a gas stove.
• Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and cook for another minute.
• Continue cooking on low heat until the water has evaporated.
• Turn off the heat, cover, and let the rice rest for 10 minutes.

2- Prepare the Rice Seasoning:

• In a small stainless steel pot, combine 3 tablespoons of rice vinegar and 1 tablespoon of sugar.
• Heat gently while stirring with a yellow silicone spatula until the sugar dissolves completely.

3- Season the Rice:

• Pour the seasoning over the rested rice.
• Use a fork to mix the rice gently, ensuring the seasoning is distributed evenly without mashing the grains.

4- Assemble Traditional Sushi Rolls:

• Lay a nori sheet on a bamboo sushi rolling mat.
• Wet your hands. Take a portion of warm seasoned rice and spread it over the bottom half of the nori, leaving the top half clear.
• Add sliced cucumber, carrot, and mango as fillings near the bottom edge.
• Roll tightly using the bamboo mat and seal the edge with a little water.

5- Assemble Inside-Out Sushi Rolls:

• Lay another nori sheet on the bamboo mat.
• Spread a layer of seasoned rice over the entire sheet.
• Sprinkle black sesame seeds generously over the rice.
• Flip the nori so the rice side is facing down.
• Place sliced cucumber, bell peppers, and carrot across the nori.
• Roll tightly with the bamboo mat, creating the inside-out style.

6- Cut the Sushi:

• Place rolls on a glass cutting board.
• Using a sharp knife, cut rolls into bite-sized pieces, wiping the knife with a damp cloth between cuts.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4

Equipment:

• White plastic colander
• Aluminum cooking pot
• Stainless steel small pot
• Gas stove
• Purple and light blue/green measuring spoons
• Yellow silicone spatula
• Fork
• Bamboo sushi rolling mat
• Chef's knife
• Glass cutting board
• Damp cloth
• White square serving plates
• Black chopsticks with star/dot pattern
• Small serving bowls

Cooking Tips

• Ensure rice is washed thoroughly to achieve the right texture.
• Mix rice gently to avoid mashing.
• Use slightly damp hands to handle rice and prevent sticking.
• Ensure nori is sealed with water for secure rolls.
• Clean knife between cutting to maintain neat edges.

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Vegetarian Sushi Rolls