Sushi Bowl

Capturing the essence of sushi in a simplified way, this recipe promises to deliver all the flavors and textures you love about sushi, without the fuss of rolling!

Recipe byTiffany Kate-Lyn Matthews
Serves: 2
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 15 – 20 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup sushi rice
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 1 rice vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium avocado, sliced
  • 1 small carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
  • ½ cup edamame, cooked
  • 200g salmon or tuna, thinly sliced or cubed
  • Nori seaweed, cut into thin strips (optional)

To serve:

  • Soy sauce
  • Sesame seeds

How To Make a Sushi Bowl

  1. Start by preparing the rice, Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
  2. Combine the rice and water in a pot and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for about 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved.
  4. When the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl and drizzle the vinegar mixture over the rice.
  5. Gently fold the rice with a spatula to coat evenly.
  6. Let it cool slightly.
  7. Divide the seasoned rice among serving bowls.
  8. Arrange the cucumber slices, avocado slices, carrot, edamame, and salmon on top of the rice.
  9. Drizzle over soy sauce and sprinkle a generous amount of sesame seeds and enjoy!