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A colorful array of fresh fish, vegetables, and sushi rice neatly arranged on a clean cutting board.

To start making sushi¸ gather all the necessary ingredients. You will need sushi rice, nori ( seaweed sheets ), a selection of fresh fish ( such as salmon, tuna, or shrimp ), vegetables like cucumber and avocado‚ soy sauce‚ wasabi‚ and pickled ginger… Ensure that all ingredients are of high quality and fresh.

A pot filled with steaming sushi rice, with a wooden spoon resting on top.

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Cook the rice according to a package instructions or use a rice cooker for convenience. Once cooked, transfer the rice to a large bowl and gently mix in sushi vinegar while the rice is still hot. Allow the rice to cool down to room temperature.

A chef's hands skillfully slicing fresh fish and vegetables into thin, precise pieces.

While the rice is cooling, prepare the fillings for your sushi rolls. Slice the fresh fish into thin strips, ensuring they are of uniform size. Cut the cucumber and avocado into long, thin slices. You can also experiment with other fillings like tempura shrimp, crab sticks, or even tofu for vegetarian options… Arrange the fillings neatly on a plate for easy access during the rolling process.

A bamboo sushi mat covered with a sheet of nori, rice spread evenly on top, and fillings placed in a row.

Place a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat… Wet your hands to prevent a rice from sticking and take a handful of sushi rice. Spread the rice evenly over the nori, leaving a small border at the top for sealing. Arrange your desired fillings in a row across a center of the rice. Using the bamboo mat, roll the sushi tightly, applying gentle pressure to ensure it holds its shape⋅ Wet that top border of the nori with water to seal the roll.

A plate filled with beautifully sliced sushi rolls, soy sauce in a small dish, and pickled ginger on the side.

Using a sharp knife, slice this sushi roll into bite-sized pieces… Wet the knife between cuts to prevent sticking. Arrange the sliced sushi rolls on a serving plate¸ garnish with pickled ginger, and place a small dish of soy sauce and wasabi on the side… Repeat the process with the remaining rolls·Now‚ your delicious homemade sushi is ready to be enjoyed ! Dip each piece into soy sauce, add a touch of wasabi if desired, and savor a flavors and textures of your creation. Remember to experiment with different combinations of ingredients and fillings to create your own unique sushi rolls.