Try this avocado cucumber sushi roll recipe at home
What's the story
Sushi has journeyed from its Japanese origins to become a worldwide culinary staple.
The avocado cucumber sushi roll is a vegetarian favorite, known for its simplicity.
This version, without eggs, captures traditional sushi's spirit with a refreshing twist.
Ideal for those interested in vegetarian sushi, this guide will help you make your avocado cucumber sushi rolls.
Let's get cooking!
Ingredients list
Gather the following ingredients
To make these delightful sushi rolls, you'll need one cup of sushi rice, two cups of water, two tablespoons of rice vinegar, one tablespoon of sugar, one-half teaspoon of salt, one large cucumber, two avocados, four sheets of nori (seaweed), and soy sauce for serving.
Optional additions include sesame seeds and wasabi paste for extra flavor.
Step 1
Preparing the sushi rice
Start by rinsing the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
Combine the rinsed rice and two cups of water in a medium saucepan.
Bring to a boil over high heat; then reduce to low heat and cover tightly.
Simmer for 20 minutes or until water is absorbed.
Remove from heat but keep covered for an additional 10 minutes to steam.
Step 2
Seasoning the rice
After the sushi rice cools, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a bowl until dissolved.
Transfer the rice to a large wooden or plastic bowl to avoid any reaction with the vinegar.
Gently fold in the vinegar mixture with a wooden spoon.
Spread the rice out for quicker cooling to room temperature, being careful not to stir too much.
Step 3
Preparing fillings & rolling
Peel the cucumber and slice into pencil-thin strips.
Halve avocados, remove pits, peel, and cut into similar strips.
On a bamboo mat, place a nori sheet.
With wet hands, spread sushi rice evenly over three-fourths of the nori, leaving space at the end.
This prepares the base for your avocado cucumber sushi roll before rolling it tightly.
Step 4
Assembling sushi rolls
Place cucumber and avocado atop the rice, keeping within three-quarters of the nori.
Roll from the edge using a bamboo mat, ensuring it's tight.
Unroll, then slice into six or eight pieces with a moistened knife.
Serve immediately with soy sauce, and add sesame seeds or wasabi paste for extra flavor.
Enjoy your vegetarian sushi rolls.