Homemade Fast Food Sushi Rolls

Ingredients

This recipe adapts traditional sushi ingredients and techniques to create a fast food version. The rolls are made with cooked ingredients, such as crab sticks and avocado, to save time and simplify the process. Additionally, the rolls are cut into bite-sized pieces for easy snacking. We alse have the original recipe for Sushi, so you can check it out.

• 2 cups (470ml) sushi rice 2 cups (470ml) sushi rice
• 2 cups (470ml) water 2 cups (470ml) water
• 1/4 cup (60ml) rice vinegar 1/4 cup (60ml) rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons (30g) sugar 2 tablespoons (30g) sugar
• 1 teaspoon (5g) salt 1 teaspoon (5g) salt
• 4 sheets of nori seaweed 4 sheets of nori seaweed
• 4 crab sticks, sliced 4 crab sticks, sliced
• 1 avocado, sliced 1 avocado, sliced
• 1 cucumber, sliced 1 cucumber, sliced
• Soy sauce, for serving Soy sauce, for serving
• Wasabi, for serving Wasabi, for serving
• Pickled ginger, for serving Pickled ginger, for serving

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 300 / 1255
• Fat (total, saturated): 3g / 0.5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 63g / 3g
• Protein: 6g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Rinse the sushi rice in cold water until the water runs clear.
2. 2.
   In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Cook for 18-20 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
3. 3.
   In a small saucepan, combine the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Heat over low heat until the sugar dissolves.
4. 4.
   Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl. Add the vinegar mixture and stir to combine.
5. 5.
   Lay a sheet of nori on a sushi mat or piece of plastic wrap. Spread a thin layer of rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
6. 6.
   Arrange the crab sticks, avocado, and cucumber in a line across the center of the rice.
7. 7.
   Use the mat or plastic wrap to roll the sushi into a tight cylinder. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
8. 8.
   Slice the sushi rolls into bite-sized pieces.
9. 9.
   Serve with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Rice — Use short-grain sushi rice for the best results.
• Nori — Look for high-quality nori that is fresh and crisp.
• Crab sticks — Use imitation crab sticks for a quick and easy option.
• Avocado — Choose ripe avocados that are slightly soft to the touch.
• Cucumber — Remove the seeds from the cucumber to prevent the rolls from becoming watery.

Tips & Tricks

• Wet your hands before handling the rice to prevent it from sticking.
• Use a sharp knife to slice the sushi rolls cleanly.
• Experiment with different fillings, such as cooked shrimp or smoked salmon.
• Serve the sushi rolls with a side of edamame or miso soup.
• Use a sushi mat or piece of plastic wrap to help roll the sushi tightly.

Serving advice

Arrange the sushi rolls on a platter and garnish with pickled ginger and wasabi. Serve with soy sauce on the side for dipping.

Presentation advice

Arrange the sushi rolls in a spiral pattern on a large platter for an eye-catching presentation. Use a small dish for the soy sauce and wasabi to keep the platter neat and tidy.