Circuit Board Sushi

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rinsed rice and water in a rice cooker and cook according to the rice cooker's instructions.

2. 2

   While the rice is cooking, prepare the sushi vinegar by mixing the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring until the sugar and salt dissolve. Remove from heat and let cool.

3. 3

   Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl and let it cool slightly. Pour the sushi vinegar over the rice and gently fold it in with a rice paddle or spatula, being careful not to mash the rice. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.

4. 4

   Prepare the vegetables by julienning the cucumber, avocado, and carrot. Slice the fresh fish into thin strips.

5. 5

   Lay a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat. With wet hands, spread an even layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving about 1 inch of nori uncovered at the far end.

6. 6

   Arrange a small amount of julienned vegetables and fish slices along the edge of the rice closest to you.

7. 7

   Begin rolling the sushi tightly from the edge nearest you, using the bamboo mat to help shape the roll. When you reach the uncovered strip of nori, wet the edge with a little water to seal the roll.

8. 8

   Use a sharp knife to slice the sushi roll into bite-sized pieces. Wet the knife with water between cuts to prevent sticking.

9. 9

   Arrange the sushi pieces on a plate and decorate with black sesame seeds to resemble a circuit board pattern.

10. 10

    Serve the sushi with wasabi and soy sauce on the side for dipping.