Greek-style Sushi Rolls

Ingredients

This sushi recipe is adapted to Greek cuisine by using traditional Greek ingredients such as feta cheese, olives, and tzatziki sauce. The sushi rice is also seasoned with lemon juice and oregano to give it a Mediterranean twist. 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 (30ml) lemon juice 2 tablespoons (30ml) lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) dried oregano 1 teaspoon (5ml) dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) salt 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) salt
• 4 sheets of nori seaweed 4 sheets of nori seaweed
• 1/2 cup (120ml) crumbled feta cheese 1/2 cup (120ml) crumbled feta cheese
• 1/2 cup (120ml) chopped Kalamata olives 1/2 cup (120ml) chopped Kalamata olives
• 1/2 cup (120ml) chopped cucumber 1/2 cup (120ml) chopped cucumber
• 1/4 cup (60ml) tzatziki sauce 1/4 cup (60ml) tzatziki sauce

Nutrition

• Calories: 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat: 7g (3g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 63g (2g sugars)
• Protein: 9g
• 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 and bring to a boil.
3. 3.
   Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed.
4. 4.
   In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, and salt.
5. 5.
   Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl and add the vinegar mixture. Stir to combine and let cool.
6. 6.
   Lay a sheet of nori seaweed on a sushi mat or a piece of plastic wrap.
7. 7.
   Spread a thin layer of rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
8. 8.
   Sprinkle the feta cheese, olives, and cucumber over the rice.
9. 9.
   Roll the sushi tightly, using the mat or plastic wrap to help you.
10. 10.
    Repeat with the remaining nori and ingredients.
11. 11.
    Slice the sushi rolls into 1-inch pieces and serve with tzatziki sauce.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Sushi rice — Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove excess starch and prevent it from becoming too sticky.
• Nori seaweed — Use fresh nori seaweed for the best flavor and texture.
• Feta cheese — Crumble the feta cheese into small pieces for easy rolling.
• Tzatziki sauce — Use a thick and creamy tzatziki sauce to prevent the sushi from becoming too soggy.

Tips & Tricks

• Wet your hands with water before handling the sushi rice to prevent it from sticking to your hands.
• Use a sharp knife to slice the sushi rolls into even pieces.
• Serve the sushi rolls immediately after slicing to prevent them from drying out.

Serving advice

Serve the sushi rolls with a side of tzatziki sauce for dipping.

Presentation advice

Arrange the sushi rolls on a platter and garnish with fresh herbs such as parsley or dill.