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Simple Veggie Sushi

Name: Simple Veggie Sushi
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 red bell pepper (julienned); 2 carrots (julienned); 1 green bell pepper (julienned); 1 cucumber (sliced into long sticks); 2 celery sticks (sliced into long sticks); 1 small white radish (sliced into long sticks and pickled with soy sauce); 1 mango (sliced into long sticks); 2 tablespoon peanut butter; 1 tablespoon wasabi or chili powder; 1 tablespoon sesame Gomasio; Few sheets of nori algae (original: Few sheets of nori algae); 450 grams of uncooked short-grain Japanese rice; 540 ml of water; 2 tablespoon sushi vinegar (seasoned rice vinegar); 1 piece kombu or dried kelp (optional)

Por Dada Shivananda

Slice all the veggies you prefer for your sushi rolls and marinate them with maple syrup, soy sauce, roasted sesame oil, and lemon juice. Roast your chosen veggies in a pan or grill in the oven at 180°C (356°F) for 20 minutes.

If you are preparing sushi for a buffet, friends, or family, it's best to get organized. Coat a sheet of nori with rice and neatly lay out the sliced veggies lengthwise at one end. Then, sprinkle the rice with gomasio, black sesame seeds, a hint of cumin powder, and optionally, wasabi or chili powder.

My chef friend and I prepared these sushi rolls for yoga students during a teacher training course. Some even joined in to learn the art of sushi rolling – it’s as easy as ABC. Just watch a short video and follow along.

Get your kids involved; they will have fun and enjoy the process of sushi rolling. Check out the instructions below on how to prepare sushi rice and the rolling procedure.

Nutrition Benefits: This vegetarian sushi recipe is packed with a colorful assortment of healthy vegetables and fruits. Nori, a rich source of vitamins A, C, E, and K as well as essential minerals like iodine and tyrosine, complements the nutritious fillings. Enjoy a meal that supports a healthy thyroid function and aids in weight management.

Preparación35 min

Cocción20 min

Tiempo Total55 min

Porciones6

Ingredientes

Instrucciones

First, prepare the sushi rice.

In a pot or rice cooker, add the uncooked rice. Rinse with water and quickly drain. Repeat this process at least three or four times, or until the water runs clear when you mix the rice with water.

Add 540 ml of water and cook in the rice cooker or pot. If available, add a piece of kombu (dried kelp) and let the rice soak for 20-30 minutes.

If using a rice cooker, turn it on and let it cook. If cooking on a stovetop, cover the pot with a lid. Once the water begins to boil, reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 13-15 minutes.

Once the rice is cooked, let it sit for at least 10-15 minutes to cool and firm up. Then, transfer the rice to a large, shallow bowl and spread it evenly to cool faster. While the rice is still hot, drizzle the sushi vinegar over it.

If needed, use a manual or electric fan to help cool the rice. As it cools, slice through the rice mixture at a 45-degree angle to separate any clumps, gently flipping between slices. Continue this process until the rice is almost at room temperature.

Avoid stirring the rice in a circular motion or pressing it down, as this can make it mushy. Cover the bowl with a damp towel and set it aside.

Now, prepare the fillings.

Marinate the bell peppers, celery sticks, and carrot sticks with soy sauce, roasted sesame oil, and cumin.

Sauté the vegetables in a saucepan for 3-4 minutes, then set them aside. Alternatively, roast them in the oven at 180°C (356°F) for 20 minutes.

Now, form the sushi rolls.

Prepare all remaining vegetables and fruits, arranging them on plates around your workspace.

Place a sheet of nori on top of a sushi mat.

Wet your hands with water and measure 1/2 cup (about 90g) of sushi rice.

Place the sushi rice at one edge of the nori. Using one hand, spread the rice evenly, leaving a 1-inch space on the opposite end.

For an optional flavor boost, spread a thin layer of peanut butter over the rice. If you prefer a spicy kick, add some wasabi powder or paste.

Neatly arrange the vegetables and fruits near the edge of the nori. Holding the filling in place with your fingers, roll the sushi mat over, letting it land on the rice, and continue rolling tightly. Before removing the mat, firmly press to ensure the roll is secure.

Lightly dampen the edge of the nori to help it seal the roll.

To cut the sushi, wet your knife with a damp towel before slicing. Use a push-then-pull motion with the knife for clean cuts.

Arrange the sushi on a plate and serve with wasabi, soy sauce, and pickled ginger.

Simple Veggie Sushi

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First, prepare the sushi rice.

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