Why sushi with prawns is a favourite
Making your own sushi with prawns is much more affordable than ordering from a restaurant. You can control exactly what goes into your rolls and adjust the fillings to your liking. It is a fun activity for a quiet evening or a healthy lunch option. The combination of seasoned rice and seafood is always a winner and tastes incredibly fresh when made at home.
How to cook sushi with prawns
Preparing the rice: Rinse the rice under cold water until the water is clear. Place it in a saucepan with the water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for 15 minutes. Let the rice sit covered for another 10 minutes before stirring in the vinegar, sugar, and salt.
Preparing the fillings: Peel and stone the avocado then slice it into thin strips. Cut the cucumber into long thin batons about the same length as the nori sheets. If the prawns are very large, you can slice them in half lengthways so they lay flat on the rice. Keep all your ingredients ready on a clean cutting board.
Assembling the rolls: Lay a nori sheet on your bamboo mat with the rough side facing up. Spread a thin layer of seasoned rice over the sheet, leaving a small gap at the top edge. Place a row of cucumber, avocado, and prawns across the lower third of the rice. This is the main step for creating sushi with prawns.
Rolling and serving: Use the mat to roll the nori tightly over the filling. Wet the top edge of the nori with a little water to seal the roll. Slice each roll into six or eight pieces using a sharp damp knife. Serve your sushi with prawns immediately with a side of soy sauce.
Good advice for making sushi with prawns
Always use short grain sushi rice to ensure the texture is sticky enough to hold its shape. Keep a small bowl of water nearby to dampen your fingers so the rice does not stick to your hands. When you are making sushi with prawns, make sure the prawns are dry before placing them on the rice. This prevents the nori sheet from becoming soggy too quickly.
Use a very sharp knife to slice the rolls and wipe it with a damp cloth between each cut for clean edges. If you do not have a rolling mat, a clean tea towel covered in cling film can work in a pinch. Make sure the rice has cooled down completely to room temperature before you start rolling to keep the nori crisp.
You can also try these recipes:
pasta with duck,
homemade nuggets or
summer salad with prawns.
