Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 ripe avocados, peeled and sliced
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 4 sheets of nori seaweed
- 4 cups cooked sushi rice
- 1 tbsp black sesame seeds
Special equipment needed:
- Bamboo sushi mat
- Plastic wrap
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar until well combined.
2. Place a sheet of nori seaweed on top of a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down.
3. Spread 1 cup of cooked sushi rice evenly over the nori seaweed, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
4. Arrange sliced avocado and cooked shrimp in a line across the center of the rice.
5. Drizzle the spicy mayo sauce over the shrimp and avocado.
6. Sprinkle black sesame seeds over the top.
7. Using the bamboo mat, roll the sushi tightly, starting from the bottom edge.
8. Wrap the sushi roll tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
9. Repeat steps 2-8 with the remaining ingredients to make 3 more sushi rolls.
10. To serve, remove the plastic wrap and slice each sushi roll into 8 pieces.
Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
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Serving size:
4 rolls, 32 pieces
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 360
Total fat: 16g
Saturated fat: 2.5g
Cholesterol: 150mg
Sodium: 670mg
Total carbohydrate: 36g
Dietary fiber: 4g
Total sugars: 3g
Protein: 18g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Cooked crab meat or cooked chicken can be substituted for shrimp.
- Cucumber or carrot sticks can be substituted for avocado.
- Regular sesame seeds can be substituted for black sesame seeds.
Variations:
- Add sliced jalapeno or pickled ginger for extra flavor and heat.
- Use brown rice instead of sushi rice for a healthier option.
- Use a soy paper instead of nori seaweed for a different texture.
Tips and tricks:
- Wet your hands with water before handling the sushi rice to prevent it from sticking.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the sushi rolls cleanly.
- Serve with soy sauce and wasabi for dipping.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover sushi rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Sushi rolls are best served cold, but can be reheated in the microwave for 10-15 seconds if desired.
Presentation ideas:
- Arrange the sushi rolls on a platter and garnish with sliced green onions or cilantro.
Garnishes:
- Sliced green onions or cilantro
Pairings:
- Serve with miso soup and edamame for a complete meal.
Suggested side dishes:
- Miso soup
- Edamame
- Seaweed salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sushi roll falls apart while rolling, use less filling and make sure the rice is spread evenly.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use cooked shrimp and store the sushi rolls in the refrigerator to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
- Sushi originated in Japan over 200 years ago and has since become a popular dish worldwide.
Flavor profiles:
- The combination of shrimp and avocado with spicy mayo creates a creamy and flavorful sushi roll.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve with soy sauce and wasabi for dipping.
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Region: Japanese