International Sushi Day: 3 Sushi recipes you can make at home even if you are a beginner

Every year on June 18, foodies celebrate International Sushi Day, which elicits a spectrum of feelings from love to hate for this classic Japanese dish. If you are a sushi lover, then you are at the right place! When you think about sushi, you probably picture fancy food with even nicer names compelling you to search for the 'best sushi near me'. But, what if we told you that you could prepare lip-smacking sushi at your home of the same quality as a restaurant? Let's delve into some staple ingredients you need to add to your pantry to make these 3 easy sushi recipes at home if you are a sushi lover.

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Common Ingredients

Sushi rice

Rice wine vinegar

Bamboo mat

Plastic wrap

Nori (seaweed sheets)

Soy sauce

Toasted sesame seeds

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Easy recipe for sushi rolls to try at home as a beginner

1) Spicy salmon roll

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If you are a seasoned sushi eater, salmon must be your go-to. But we understand going out for your favourite salmon roll might be breaking the bank and we are here at your service! Try this amazing spicy salmon roll that is a perfect combination of spice from the sriracha and the coolness of fresh avocado and fish.

Ingredients for fillings

4–6 oz sushi grade salmon

2 tbsp Sriracha

1 avocado (sliced)

2) California Roll

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Just getting into sushi but even the thought of raw fish gives you the ick? Well, don't get disheartened because we've got the perfect option for you to step into the world of sushi. California Rolls is the most beginner-friendly dish for your start as they don't require any fish, just imitation crab. So assemble your ingredients, grab your mat and get ready to roll!

Ingredients for fillings

¼ pound imitation crab

¼ English cucumber

1 avocado

2 tbsp mayonnaise

1 tbsp sugar

3/4 teaspoon salt

3) Mango and Avocado Roll

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If you're a vegan or vegetarian but still want to dabble in this wonderful dish, don't worry! We've got you! Try this simple yet delectable sushi roll stuffed with ripe avocado and juicy mango which is naturally plant-based, gluten-free and vegan.

Ingredients for fillings

1 ripe mango (sliced into strips)

1/2 avocado (sliced into strips)

2-3 green onions

1 tsp wasabi paste

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Common Instructions (for making rice and assembling the roll)

1. To remove any remaining starch from the rice grains, wash and rinse the sushi rice under running water.
2. Bring the sushi rice and water to a boil in a 1:1 ¼ ratio.
3. Combine vinegar, sugar, and salt to make the sushi vinegar.
4. After the rice is cooked, combine it with the sushi vinegar and cover it with a damp cloth until you need it again. Position a single nori sheet, rough side up, on the bamboo mat.
5. Using wet hands, scoop up some rice and arrange it onto the nori. Without crushing the rice down, distribute it evenly throughout the nori. If using, season rice with a pinch of sesame seeds before turning it over so that the nori is facing up.
6. Add your choice of sauce (if any) and toppings according to the list of fillings specific to each type of roll in a horizontal row starting 1 inch from the bottom.
7. Squeeze down to create a lovely, tight roll by grabbing the nori and the mat and rolling them over the filling until the extra space at the bottom contacts the opposite side. Along the way, squeeze down to prevent the roll from maintaining its shape.
8. Place the roll onto a board for chopping. After rubbing a wet paper towel over a knife, cut the roll into 1-inch pieces and enjoy.

By adding just a few staple ingredients to your pantry you can get creative with your toppings to create the perfect sushi according to your tastes. With these simple instructions, you will be a sushi whiz in no time and can whip up your favourite sushi roll with ease.

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