How to Make Nigiri Sushi

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Be absolutely sure of the quality and origin of your fish.

   If you're not able to verify that it is of high quality, don't use it raw.
   
   Instead, grill, roast, or bake the fish before slicing., Avoid creating bulky or uneven cuts because the presentation of the fish is important., Having wet hands helps to prevent the rice from sticking to your hands as you work with it., Roll and squeeze it together until it rolls into a firm "log" sized rectangle.,, Hold the tuna and rice in your left hand and use two fingers from your right hand to press the fish downwards and shape it in a rounded rectangle.
   
   You will need to rotate and flip the rice and fish slice to get the rounded shape, pressing the two fingers at the same time. , This will complete three pairs of the nigiri sushi., The presentation of sushi is a little similar to the creation of a Zen garden for many sushi chefs.
   
   Adding all the right elements to make it look beautifully presented is an important part of the sushi making process.
   
   Artful arrangement and garnishing completes the nigiri sushi; some other ideas for presentation include the following suggestions:
   Grilled or roasted nigiri sushi.
   
   Nigiri sushi with a little fish roe.
   
   Nigiri sushi with greens.
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   Step 2: Cut each piece of seafood into small and thin slices.

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   Step 3: Dip your hands in the su water and make sure to keep them wet.

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   Step 4: Take a small amount of sushi rice (about 3/4 the size of your palm).

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   Step 5: Place a dab of wasabi on one side of the fish slice and then place the fish on the rice "log"

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   Step 6: with the wasabi side on the rice.

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   Step 7: Shape both items together.

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   Step 8: Repeat the process using the salmon and shrimp.

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   Step 9: Garnish and serve the nigiri sushi.

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