Ocean Delight

Step 1:

• Prepare 2 cups of sushi rice and rinse it under cold water until the water runs clear.
• Transfer the rinsed rice to a rice cooker and add 2 cups of water.
• Cook the rice according to the rice cooker's instructions.
• Once cooked, let the rice cool for a few minutes.

Step 2:

• In a small bowl, mix 4 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and 2 teaspoons of salt until the sugar and salt dissolve.
• Drizzle the vinegar mixture over the cooked sushi rice.
• Gently fold and mix the rice with a wooden spatula to evenly distribute the vinegar seasoning.
• Let the seasoned rice cool completely to room temperature.

Step 3:

• Prepare a bamboo sushi rolling mat and place a sheet of seaweed (nori) on top.
• Moisten your hands with water to prevent rice sticking.
• Take a handful of seasoned rice and evenly spread it on the seaweed, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
• Press the rice lightly to ensure it sticks to the seaweed, forming a thin layer.

Step 4:

• Add your desired fillings such as sliced cucumbers, carrots, avocado, or cooked shrimp on top of the rice.
• Start rolling the bamboo mat away from you, tucking in the fillings tightly.
• Apply slight pressure to shape the seaweed-wrapped roll.
• Dampen the top border of the seaweed with water to seal the roll.

Step 5:

• Using a sharp knife, slice the seaweed-wrapped roll into bite-sized pieces.
• Clean the knife after each cut to ensure clean edges.
• Repeat steps 3 to 5 with the remaining rice and fillings.

Step 6:

• Arrange the sliced seaweed-wrapped rice on a serving platter.
• Serve the dish with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi on the side.
• Enjoy your delicious homemade seaweed-wrapped rice!