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Kaiso Maki Sushi

Kaiso Maki Sushi is a Japanese sushi roll made with seaweed and fish, usually tuna or salmon. It is a popular dish in Japan, and is served with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger. The roll is made with a sheet of nori seaweed wrapped around vinegared sushi rice and a variety of fillings, such as fish, vegetables, and other ingredients. Kaiso Maki Sushi is a fun and delicious way to enjoy the flavors of Japan.

Ingredients (2 Persons)

4 cups cooked sushi rice
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup soy sauce
4 sheets nori seaweed
1/2 cucumber, cut into thin strips
1/2 avocado, cut into thin strips
1/4 cup cooked crab meat, shredded
1/4 cup cooked shrimp, shredded

Directions

Step 1

Combine the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small bowl and mix until the sugar is dissolved.
Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice and the vinegar mixture, stirring until the rice is evenly coated.
Step 3

Lay a sheet of nori seaweed on a bamboo sushi mat. Spread 1 cup of the rice evenly onto the nori, leaving about 1/2 inch on one side.
Step 4

Arrange the cucumber, avocado, crab meat, and shrimp in a line down the center of the rice.
Step 5

Lift the edge of the bamboo mat closest to you and begin to roll it over the fillings until you have formed a cylinder.
Step 6

Wet the end of the nori with a bit of water to seal the roll.
Step 7

Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make 3 more rolls.
Step 8

Cut each roll into 8 pieces and serve with soy sauce.