Delicious Shrimp Sushi Rolls – Easy Homemade Recipe
This Delicious Shrimp Sushi Rolls recipe is an easy homemade way to enjoy fresh, flavorful sushi. Featuring perfectly cooked shrimp, seasoned sushi rice, and crisp vegetables wrapped in nori, it's a delightful dish perfect for sushi lovers looking to make their own rolls at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Rice
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
Shrimp and Filling
- 8 large raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 nori sheets
- ½ cucumber (julienned)
- 1 ripe avocado (sliced)
Serving
- Soy sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare Sushi Rice: Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Cook the rice according to the package instructions, typically by boiling or steaming.
- Season Rice: In a bowl, combine the cooked rice with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Mix gently and allow the rice to cool slightly to absorb the flavors.
- Cook Shrimp: Heat a pan over medium heat and cook the peeled and deveined shrimp for about 3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque, ensuring they are fully cooked.
- Assemble the Roll: Place one nori sheet shiny-side down on a bamboo rolling mat. Wet your hands to prevent sticking and evenly spread a thin layer of the seasoned sushi rice over the nori, leaving about an inch uncovered at the top edge for sealing.
- Add Fillings: Arrange the cooked shrimp, julienned cucumber, and sliced avocado in a horizontal line across the rice-covered nori sheet.
- Roll Sushi: Using the bamboo mat, roll the sushi tightly from the bottom edge upwards, pressing gently to ensure a firm roll. Seal the edge with a little water to hold the roll together.
- Slice and Serve: With a wet knife, carefully slice the roll into bite-sized pieces. Serve immediately with soy sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Use a sharp knife dipped in water for clean sushi slices without sticking.
- Make sure to cool the rice slightly before assembling to prevent tearing of the nori.
- You can substitute shrimp with cooked crab or smoked salmon for variation.
- Keep a bowl of water nearby to wet hands while handling rice to avoid sticking.
- For added flavor, sprinkle sesame seeds or add a touch of wasabi inside the roll.
