Shrimp and Avocado Sushi Rolls

Shrimp and Avocado Sushi Rolls Sushi rolls filled with avocado, cucumber, and cooked shrimp, rolled in nori and sushi rice, served with soy sauce and pickled ginger – a delightful fusion of Japanese cuisine with a Western touch.

Ingredients

- 🍚 Sushi Rice – 1 cup, cooked and seasoned with rice vinegar

- 🦐 Cooked Shrimp – 1/2 lb, sliced lengthwise

- 🥑 Avocado – 1 large, sliced thinly

- 🥒 Cucumber – 1 small, julienned

- 🌿 Nori Sheets – 4 full sheets

- 🧂 Salt – to taste

For Serving

- 🥢 Soy Sauce – for dipping

- 🍣 Pickled Ginger – for garnish

- 🌶️ Wasabi – optional

Instructions

1. Prepare the Sushi Rice: Cook sushi rice according to package instructions. Season with rice vinegar and a pinch of salt, then let cool to room temperature.

2. Prepare the Filling: Slice the cooked shrimp, avocado, and cucumber into thin strips.

3. Assemble the Sushi Rolls: Place a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat. Spread a thin layer of rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.

4. Add the Filling: Lay shrimp, avocado slices, and cucumber strips horizontally across the rice.

5. Roll the Sushi: Using the bamboo mat, tightly roll the sushi away from you, pressing gently to seal the roll.

6. Slice and Serve: Slice each roll into 6-8 pieces. Serve with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi if desired.

Timing & Servings

- Prep Time: 15 minutes

- Total Time: 15 minutes

- Servings: 4 rolls (24-32 pieces)

Substitutions & Dietary Modifications

- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free soy sauce.

- Vegan Option: Replace shrimp with marinated tofu or extra avocado slices.

Presentation & Garnishing Tips

Serve the sushi rolls on a flat platter, garnished with pickled ginger and a small dollop of wasabi on the side.