Creamy butternut squash pairs well with sweet and spicy crystallized ginger. If, like me, you’re particularly fond of crystallized ginger, provide some on the side in place of pickled ginger as a palate cleanser. Rice Prep Time: Up to 1½ hoursSushi Prep Time: 30...
Resist the urge to combine different types of pickles inside a single roll. Using just one variety for each roll allows every component—rice, pickle, nori—to be fully appreciated. Rice Prep Time: Up to 1½ hoursSushi Prep Time: 15 minutesMakes 4 rolls (24 pieces) Four...
A dull or lightweight knife can sometimes snag on the almonds, pulling rather than cutting them. This can rip the nori and make the slices uneven. To prevent this, make sure your knife is very sharp and exert a little extra force when cutting pieces. Rice Prep Time:...
I always have one sheet of nori wrapped in plastic wrap that I store with my sushi supplies. It is my practical measuring guide. When I make this sushi roll, I use my plastic-wrapped piece of nori as a guide for cutting the kombu to the perfect size. Rice Prep Time:...
If you can’t find the pomegranate seeds or arils already prepared, use this easy method to take them from the whole fruit: Slice the pomegranate in half, then break the halves into pieces over a large bowl of water. Working with one piece at a time, continue to break...
Japanese or English cucumbers may seem like a splurge, but they are definitely worth it for these single-feature rolls. If using garden cucumbers, peel away the bitter skins before cutting into small pieces. Rice Prep Time: Up to 1½ hoursSushi Prep Time: 15...
Crisp Granny Smith apples and daikon make a lovely pair. Depending on your personal preference, the apple can be peeled or unpeeled. To keep the apple from browning, toss with a little rice vinegar. Just be sure to pat the pieces completely dry before adding to the...
I prefer to use the stems of the broccoli to the florets. These bites are ready in just minutes and can be refrigerated for up to a week. Rice Prep Time: 1½ hoursSushi Prep Time: 25 minutesMakes 8 pieces 8 inari pouches (seasoned tofu pouches)2 cups (350 g) prepared...
Select baby bok choy that are finger length or shorter. If baby bok choy are unavailable, cut standard bok choy into 1 x 2-inch (2.5 x 5-cm) pieces. Rice Prep Time: Up to 1½ hoursSushi Prep Time: 15 minutesMakes 12 pieces 6 heads baby bok choyOne 4 x 7-in (10 x 18-cm)...
The use of a mandoline is key for these little boats, as the cucumber needs to be sliced very thin so it wraps easily. If your cucumber is too thick, you can use a length of green onion or chive to “tie” it into place. Rice Prep Time: 1½ hoursSushi Prep Time: 15...
