Korean Sushi Roll

Korean Sushi Rolls, or Gimbap, are a delightful fusion of seasoned rice, fresh vegetables, and your choice of protein wrapped in seaweed. This kosher version offers a unique blend of flavors that is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Cooked sushi rice - 1 cup
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Nori sheets - 3 sheets
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Spinach - 1 cup, blanched
• Avocado - 1 medium, sliced
• Tofu - 100 grams, firm, sliced and pan-fried
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - for dipping

Steps

1. Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then cook according to package instructions.
2. In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved, then fold it into the cooked rice gently. Allow it to cool to room temperature.
3. Prepare the vegetables: julienne the carrot and cucumber, blanch the spinach in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, then rinse under cold water and squeeze out excess moisture.
4. In a pan, heat the sesame oil over medium heat and pan-fry the sliced tofu until golden brown on both sides.
5. Lay a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down. With wet hands, spread a thin layer of seasoned rice over the nori, leaving about 2 cm at the top edge.
6. Arrange a line of carrot, cucumber, spinach, avocado, and tofu across the rice near the bottom edge of the nori.
7. Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the nori away from you, applying gentle pressure to form a tight roll. Seal the edge with a little water.
8. Repeat with the remaining nori sheets and filling ingredients.
9. Once all rolls are made, slice them into bite-sized pieces and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
10. Serve with soy sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 52 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• A good source of plant-based protein from tofu.

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