When you think “sushi”, you probably think fish, shellfish, and a whole lot of stuff that isn’t vegan. But don’t let that stop you! There are so many delicious combinations of vegetables that you can use in sushi.The key to successful sushi making is all in the preparation. If you stay organized, wash and cut all of your veggies ahead of time, and set up a nice work station, you’ll have a blast and create an amazing meal.
Lay out nori seaweed paper on a bamboo rolling mat. If you don’t have a rolling mat, you can use wax paper as a substitute, but it may be more challenging.
Place a large scoop of rice in the center of the nori paper.
Work the rice around to cover the nori, being careful not to smash the rice or tear the paper.
Fill the Roll
Place your veggies in a horizontal row across the rice. Be careful not to overfill your sushi roll , as you will have to be able to stick to the rice to keep the roll from falling apart.
Carefully lift the side of your sushi roll closest to you and roll over the vegetables. Wrap it tightly so that there is not space inside allowing the veggies to fall out when it is cut.
Fold over so that the underside of the nori paper touches the rice furthest away from you. It will stick and make it into a “roll”.
Cover with your bamboo rolling mat and lightly squeeze the roll to solidify its shape.