Sushis origins dates back to the 8th century Asian rice fields. Ironically the rice surrounding the fish was usually thrown out before being eaten. The rices main purpose was to preserve the fish. In the early 19th century sushi as we know it was invented by a man named Hanaya Yohe. Around this time, sushi was being served from stalls on the street and used as a on the go snack.
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Sushi
A quick and easy recipe for your favourite Japanese treat.
Ingredients
- Sushi Rice
- Nori (sushi seaweed)
- Your choice of fillings. (I used avocado and leftover chicken schnitzel)
- Soy sauce
Instructions
- Steam short grain sushi rice in a rice cooker for 7 minutes.
- Season steamed rice with a small amount of white vinegar.
- Take a sheet of nori (shiny side facing down) and place it on top of a bamboo sushi rolling mat.
- Place your rice on top of the nori and shape it into a cylindrical shape.
- Place your choice of sushi fillings next to the rice. I used leftover chicken schnitzel and avocado.
- Pull the bottom of the mat and roll firmly.
- Once sushi is in desired shape slice into circles using a sharp knife.
- Plate the sushi with your toppings of choice and enjoy.
