Thin Sushi Roll Method

Makes 1 sushi roll with 6 pieces

The best way to master the art of sushi from your home kitchen is to first perfect each rolling method. Hoso maki, or thin sushi rolls, typically contain one main ingredient.

ingredients

Per Sushi Roll
1 4in x 7in piece nori
1/2 cup basic or brown sushi rice
One Filling

directions

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1. Place the nori on a bamboo rolling mat, making sure the long end is parallel to the bottom of the mat and that the rough side is facing upwards.
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2. With fingertips dipped lightly in cold water, spread about 1/2 cup of prepared sticky rice evenly over the bottom 2/3 of the nori.
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3. Add desired ingredient horizontally in the middle of the rice, making sure that ingredient is spread evenly and touches both edges of the nori.
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4. With damp fingertips, place thumbs underneath rolling mat while grasping filling with all other fingertips. Roll the bottom of the mat just over the filling, making sure to tightly tuck the filling under the fold.
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5. Lift the edge of the rolling mat and continue rolling the first fold until it reaches the top edge of the nori.
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6. Gently shape roll by pressing forefingers on top of the mat while simultaneously pressing thumbs and middle fingers on the sides.
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7. Let roll rest seam side down on a cutting board at least 2 minutes before cutting 6 pieces.
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For best results - Maximum number of ingredients: 1 + a tiny bit of a sauce, herb or spice