Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Sushi Hand Rolls are quick to assemble, fresh, and packed with flavor and texture. They offer a hands-on dining experience and allow you to tailor each roll to your taste preferences. Plus, they’re visually appealing and perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
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Sushi rice (cooked and seasoned)
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Nori sheets (seaweed)
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Fresh fish (tuna, salmon, or crab)
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Cucumber (julienned)
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Avocado (sliced)
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Carrot (julienned)
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Scallions (chopped)
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Cream cheese (optional)
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Soy sauce (for dipping)
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Wasabi and pickled ginger (optional)
Directions
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Prepare sushi rice according to package instructions, seasoning with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Let cool.
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Cut nori sheets in half or thirds, depending on desired roll size.
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Place a nori piece shiny side down in your hand. Spread a small handful of sushi rice diagonally across one corner of the nori.
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Add slices of fish, cucumber, avocado, carrot, scallions, and cream cheese if using, on top of the rice.
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Roll the nori into a cone shape, starting at the corner with the rice and fillings, sealing the edge with a little water.
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Serve immediately with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger.
Servings and Timing
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Servings: 4
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
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Cook Time: 0 minutes (plus rice cooking time)
Variations
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Use cooked shrimp, crab meat, or tempura vegetables instead of raw fish.
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Add spicy mayo or eel sauce for extra flavor.
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Include pickled radish or sprouts for crunch.
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Make vegetarian hand rolls with tofu and assorted veggies.
Storage/Reheating
Hand rolls are best eaten fresh as the nori will become soggy if stored. Prepare ingredients ahead but assemble just before serving.
FAQs
Can I use regular rice instead of sushi rice?
Sushi rice provides the right texture and stickiness; regular rice is less ideal.
How do I keep nori crispy?
Serve hand rolls immediately after assembling.
Can I freeze hand rolls?
No, freezing affects texture and freshness.
Is raw fish necessary?
No, cooked seafood or vegetarian fillings work well.
How do I make spicy hand rolls?
Mix mayonnaise with sriracha and add to fillings.
Can I use rice paper instead of nori?
Rice paper makes a different style of roll but can be substituted.
How do I store leftover sushi rice?
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 24 hours.
Can I make hand rolls without fish?
Yes, use vegetables, tofu, or cooked proteins.
What dipping sauces go well?
Soy sauce, ponzu, or spicy mayo are popular choices.
Are hand rolls gluten-free?
Use gluten-free soy sauce to ensure the dish is gluten-free.
Conclusion
Sushi Hand Rolls are a fresh, flavorful, and customizable way to enjoy sushi at home. Easy to prepare and fun to eat, these cone-shaped rolls offer endless possibilities for ingredients and are perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Sushi Hand Roll
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
Sushi Hand Roll, or Temaki, is a fun and interactive Japanese dish featuring fresh sushi rice, fish, and vegetables wrapped in a crispy seaweed cone. Easy to customize and quick to assemble, these hand rolls are perfect for casual meals, parties, and sushi lovers looking for a hands-on experience.
Ingredients
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Cooked sushi rice (seasoned with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt)
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Nori sheets (seaweed)
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Fresh fish (tuna, salmon, or crab)
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Cucumber (julienned)
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Avocado (sliced)
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Carrot (julienned)
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Scallions (chopped)
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Cream cheese (optional)
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Soy sauce (for dipping)
- Wasabi and pickled ginger (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare sushi rice according to package instructions, seasoning with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Allow to cool to room temperature.
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Cut nori sheets into halves or thirds depending on the desired size of the hand rolls.
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Place a piece of nori shiny side down in your hand. Spread a small handful of sushi rice diagonally across one corner of the nori sheet.
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Layer slices of fresh fish, cucumber, avocado, carrot, scallions, and cream cheese (if using) on top of the rice.
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Roll the nori into a cone shape, starting from the corner with the fillings and rice, sealing the edge with a little water.
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Serve immediately with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger on the side.
Notes
Substitute raw fish with cooked shrimp, crab meat, or tempura vegetables for variation.Add spicy mayo or eel sauce for additional flavor.Use pickled radish or sprouts for extra crunch.Create vegetarian rolls with tofu and assorted vegetables.Assemble just before serving to maintain crispiness of the nori.
