Sushi is a very popular Japanese delicacy. Its preparation method is relatively simple, but it requires certain skills and patience.
Let’s learn how to make delicious sushi!
Preparing materials The materials you need to prepare to make sushi include: sushi rice, vinegar, sugar, salt, seaweed, fish or other ingredients. You also need some tools: sushi roll, kitchen knife, wooden sushi bowl, kitchen thermometer, etc.
Making sushi rice 1. Wash the sushi rice until the water becomes clear.
2. Put the washed sushi rice into the pot, add an appropriate amount of water, and adjust the heat to medium.
3. After boiling, reduce the heat to minimum, cover the pot and continue cooking for 15-20 minutes.
4. After cooking, remove from the heat and simmer for 5 minutes, then open the lid of the pot and gently turn the rice with a wooden spatula to let it dissipate heat.
5. Mix vinegar, sugar, and salt together, heat until sugar and salt dissolve, pour into rice, and stir gently evenly.
Making sushi rolls 1. Lay the sushi roll curtain flat on the chopping board and spread the nori on top.
2. Spread the sushi rice evenly on the nori, leaving a blank edge.
3. Place yusheng or other ingredients on the rice and arrange them in a line.
4. Use both hands to hold the front and rear edges of the sushi rolling curtain to roll the sushi tightly.
5. Use a cutting knife to cut the sushi roll into even pieces.
Making sushi rice balls 1. Put the sushi rice into a wooden sushi bowl, hold the sides of the bowl with your hands, and compact the rice.
2. Place the bowl upside down on the chopping board, tap the bottom of the bowl gently with your hands, and flip out the sushi rice balls.
3. Place fish or other ingredients on the rice ball and wrap it inside the rice ball with your hands.
4. Press the rice balls with your hands to make them compact.
The above is how to make delicious sushi. Although it seems relatively simple, it requires a certain amount of patience and skills.
Well-made sushi is not only delicious, but also nutritious. It is a delicacy that is very suitable for family dinners and gatherings with friends.