Sushi Hand Rolls

Sushi Hand Rolls are a fun and interactive way to enjoy fresh ingredients wrapped in seaweed, perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch. These rolls are customizable, allowing you to mix and match fillings to suit your taste.

Ingredients

• Nori sheets - 4 sheets
• Sushi rice - 1 cup (uncooked)
• Water - 1 1/4 cups
• Rice vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• Sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Avocado - 1 medium, sliced
• Cooked shrimp or imitation crab - 200 grams
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - for dipping (kosher)
• Pickled ginger - for serving (kosher)
• Wasabi - for serving (optional, kosher)

Steps

1. Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and 1 1/4 cups of water, and bring to a boil.
2. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and cook for 18-20 minutes until the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes.
3. In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Gently fold this mixture into the cooked rice, and let it cool to room temperature.
4. Prepare the filling ingredients by julienning the cucumber and carrot, slicing the avocado, and cutting the shrimp or imitation crab into strips.
5. To assemble the hand rolls, cut a nori sheet in half and place it shiny side down on a clean surface. Wet your hands to prevent sticking, and take about 1/4 cup of sushi rice, pressing it onto the left side of the nori.
6. Add a few pieces of cucumber, carrot, avocado, and shrimp or crab on top of the rice.
7. Starting from the left side, roll the nori away from you, forming a cone shape. Use a little water to seal the edge of the nori.
8. Repeat with the remaining nori sheets and fillings. Serve the hand rolls with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from the seafood.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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