Secrets to Making Perfect Sushi at Home

Making sushi at home is easier than it seems with the right tools and techniques.

Essential Tools

• Bamboo sushi mat
• Sharp knife
• Rice cooker or pot

Ingredients

• Sushi rice
• Nori sheets
• Fresh fish (sushi-grade) or veggies
• Soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger

Steps

1. Cook and season sushi rice with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. 2. Place nori on the mat, spread rice evenly, and add fillings. 3. Roll tightly using the mat, then slice with a wet knife.

Tips

• Source sushi-grade fish from a trusted supplier.
• Keep your hands wet to prevent rice from sticking.
• Practice rolling for clean, tight rolls.

With patience, you’ll be crafting restaurant-quality sushi in no time.