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Hand Rolls
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 sheets of nori (seaweed)
- 2 cups of sushi rice, cooked
- 1/2 pound of sashimi-grade fish (tuna, salmon, or yellowtail), thinly sliced
- 1/2 cucumber, julienned
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 4 tablespoons of pickled ginger
- 4 tablespoons of wasabi
- Soy sauce, for dipping
Instructions
- Place a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down.
- Moisten your hands with water and take a handful of sushi rice, spreading it evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
- Arrange a few slices of fish, cucumber, and avocado in the center of the rice.
- Add a small amount of pickled ginger and a dab of wasabi.
- Roll the hand roll by lifting the edge of the mat and rolling it over the filling, tucking and rolling tightly until it forms a cone shape.
- Dip your finger in water and moisten the exposed edge of the nori to seal the hand roll.
- Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make 4 hand rolls.
- Slice each hand roll in half and serve with soy sauce for dipping.
Hand rolls, also known as temaki, are a popular Japanese sushi dish that originated in the Edo period. These cone-shaped rolls are made by hand, with a sheet of nori seaweed wrapped around a filling of rice, fish, and vegetables. The history of hand rolls can be traced back to the coastal regions of Japan, where fishermen would create these portable snacks using the day's catch. Today, hand rolls are enjoyed in sushi restaurants worldwide, with chefs showcasing their creativity by offering a variety of fillings such as tuna, salmon, crab, and avocado. For the best hand rolls, visit renowned sushi restaurants in Tokyo or Osaka, where the freshest ingredients are used to create this delectable dish. The key to a perfect hand roll lies in the balance of flavors and textures, with the nori providing a satisfying crunch against the creamy rice and succulent fillings. Whether enjoyed as a light meal or a snack, hand rolls continue to be a beloved part of Japanese cuisine, offering a delightful combination of simplicity and sophistication.
30 min
4 hand rolls
250 calories
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