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HOW TO MAKE SUSHI MAKI ROLLS

Sushi rolls are usually known as 'maki rolls', the generalized name for all sushi that is rolled. When a roll is made with the rice on the outside, it is known as 'uramaki roll'.

Traditionally, in Japan, nori is on the outside of the roll, and rice on the inside. Uramaki is less popular in Japan, but very popular in other areas of the world, especially North America, where the now famous 'California roll' was made, in of course, California. The chef's decision to place rice on the outside of the roll, was merely to make the roll more appealing to new customers.

Since then, many new rolls have emerged with various ingredients, and many made with rice on the outside, just like the california roll. Many rolls are named after places, and some from modern and historic animal names.

Sushi rolls also have different sizes: 1 ingredient - small roll(hosomaki-nori on outside), medium maki roll(most popular-nori or rice on outside) usually 2-3 ingredients, and futomaki which can have several ingredients and is usually the larger maki roll.

To make the sushi rolls you must know how to place the rice on to the nora sheet, and how to roll the sheet. Usually a half sheet is used, although some type of rolls use a full sheet.

A bamboo mat(makisu) is also used. The half sheet of nora (roasted seaweed sheet) is placed on the bamboo mat. The mat helps in the rolling process by keeping the roll firm as you roll the rice and ingredients.

Using the bamboo rolling mat(makisu)
How to Place Rice on the Nora Sheet
How to Roll the Uramaki Roll
How to Roll the Traditional Roll
Once your nora sheet has been rolled with your sushi ingredients, you must cut the roll in a certain manner.

How To Cut the Sushi Rolls

Now, that you know the rolling methods, cutting techniques, you can begin to make the various sushi rolls.

The ingredients of each roll differ, and toppings and garnishes are unique to each roll, however rolling methods and the cutting technique are the same for most all maki type rolls.

Avocado is a common sushi roll ingredient and specialty roll topping. Learn how to cut and add it to a sushi roll.

How To Add Avocado Topping

How To Cut An Avocado

Hosomaki, Uramaki, Futomaki Sushi Rolls

Learn how to make 'hosomaki', 'uramaki rolls'. and 'futomaki rolls'.

Hosomaki Sushi Rolls

Hosomaki rolls are the easiest to make, because they have only one ingredient. They are rolled with the nora on the outside.

Because they have the nora on the outside you cannot really add anything to the nora, however, you can add seasonings to the rice before you roll it along with your one ingredient. And, once you've cut your roll into pieces, you can add condiments on top of each piece as well.

Most popular ones being: Japanese mayo, sirrachi mayo, wafu sesame mayo, wasabi paste or wasabi horseradish. And, you can sprinkle roasted sesame seeds.

Hosomaki Rolls
( 1 ingredient)
Nora on Outside - Common Ingredients: | Avocado | Cucumber | Tuna(raw sushi grade)


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Cucumber Roll -(roll with nora on outside) (cucumber),

Avocado Roll -(roll with nora on outside) (avocado),

Uramaki Sushi Rolls

Uramaki rolls are made with the rice on the outside. Having the rice on the outside of the roll is good if you want to garnish or add seasoning to your roll such as 'roasted sesame seeds', 'ebi furikake',(shrimp seasoning) 'salmon furikake', or 'wasabi furikake'. These can be added on top of rolls and also with the ingredients on the rice.

You can also add condiment toppings like: spicy sirrachi mayo, wafu sesame mayo, wafu spicy mayo, wasabi horseradish, teriyaki sauce, and Japanese mayo.

Most condiments are available at your Asian grocer: and some at the local grocery stores. Japanese mayo is sold at Asian grocer. Wafu mayo also at Asian grocer and Walmart. Wasabi paste at Asian grocer, and wasabi horseradish at local grocery store, and teriyaki sauce at Asian grocery and your local grocer. Furikake and sesame seeds are sold at Asian grocers; ask for the 'roasted sesame seeds', and 'furikake seasonings'.

Uramaki Rolls
(2-3 ingredients); Most Popular Type of Rolls
Rice on Outside - Common Ingredients: | Avocado | Cucumber | Carrots | Imitation Crab(cooked) | Tuna(raw sushi grade) | Salmon(cooked or raw sushi grade) | Shrimp Tempura(cooked) |
Shrimp Breaded Butterfly(cooked) | Chicken (cooked)

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California Roll View here | Spicy California Roll View here

Avocado and Cucumber Roll -(roll with rice on outside) (avocado and cucumber),

Avocado and Cucumber and Carrot Roll -(roll with rice on outside) (avocado, cucumber, and carrots), sesame mayo

Imitation Crab and Cucumber Roll - (roll with rice on outside) (imitation crab, cucumber)



Spicy Tuna Roll -(roll with rice on outside) (raw tuna cut into small cubed pieces, green onion finely chopped, mixed with hot chile sauce, sirrachi seasoning, Japanese mayo). This can also be made with canned albacore or skipjack tuna in water.

Futomaki Sushi Rolls

Futomaki rolls are fun to make; the nora is on the outside and you can add whatever ingredients you like to the roll.

They are also rolled a bit different. You can still use a half sheet of nora, however, you place it lengthwise, then add your rice and ingredients. Because it is rolled lengthwise you can add more ingredients.

Usually there is at least 3 or more ingredients in a futomaki roll, you can add the same ingredient or a variety of different ingredients.

Futomaki Rolls(3 or more ingredients)
Nora on Outside - Common Ingredients: | Avocado | Cucumber | Carrots | Daikon(pickled radish) | Imitation Crab | Shrimp Tempura | Tuna | Salmon | Mushrooms | Tobiko | Tofu | Tamago(rolled egg) | Sweet Fish | Unagi(freshwater bbq eel)

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Daikon, cucumber, mushroom, carrot, avocado roll

And, you can be as creative as you like with the ingredients.

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