Sushi

Steps

1. 1
   Step 1:

   To make sushi rolls, pat out some rice.

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   Step 2:

   Lay a nori sheet on the mat, shiny-side down.

3. 3
   Step 3:

   Dip your hands in the vinegared water, then pat handfuls of rice on top in a 1cm-thick layer, leaving the edge furthest from you clear.

4. 4
   Step 4:

   Spread a thin layer of Japanese mayonnaise down the middle of the rice using a spoon.

5. 5
   Step 5:

   Top the mayonnaise with a line of your favourite fillings; tuna and cucumber are used here.

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   Step 6:

   Lift the edge of the mat over the rice, applying a little pressure to keep everything in a tight roll.

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   Step 7:

   When you reach the edge without rice, brush it with a little water and continue rolling into a tight roll.

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   Step 8:

   Remove the mat and wrap the roll tightly in cling film.

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   Step 9:

   Have an adult cut the sushi into thick slices, then unwrap the cling film.

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    Step 10:

    To make pressed sushi, line a loaf tin with cling film and place a thin layer of smoked salmon inside on top of the cling film.

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    Step 11:

    Press about 3cm of rice over the fish, fold the cling film over, and press down as much as possible, using another tin if available.

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    Step 12:

    Turn the sushi block onto a chopping board. Have an adult cut it into fingers, then remove the cling film.

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    Step 13:

    To make sushi balls, place a topping such as half a prawn or a small piece of smoked salmon on a small square of cling film.

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    Step 14:

    Using damp hands, roll walnut-sized balls of rice and place them on the topping.

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    Step 15:

    Bring the corners of the cling film together and tighten into balls by twisting, then unwrap and serve.