How To Make Hand Roll Sushi

Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from Koji and more videos in the Japanese Cooking category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com Hand roll sushi, also known as ‘cone sushi,’ is the easiest type of sushi to make, and you can fill it however you want —let your taste buds be your guide. To complete this How-To you will need: 3 sheets of toasted nori 1 c. prepared sushi rice 6 raw fish cut into slabs A cucumber An avocado A sharp chef’s knife A cutting board Some water Some prepared wasabi Japanese pickled ginger A small spoon A small dish And a serving platter Step 1: Prepare cucumber Peel the cucumber, cut off the ends, and cut it in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds, cut the cucumber into thin strips about one-eighth to one-quarter inch wide, and set the strips aside. Step 2: Prepare avocado Cut the avocado in half lengthwise and twist the two halves until they separate. Cut the half without the pit into two quarters. Cut off the ends, remove the skin, and slice lengthwise into quarter-inch slices. Set the slices aside. Tip: You can include whatever vegetables you like—scallions, carrots, zucchini, radishes—to customize your hand roll to your own personal taste. Step 3: Tear nori sheets Tear or cut the nori sheets in half. Step 4: Hold nori side down Hold a …