Homemade sushi might sound intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. First, we need to apologize to the ancient art of traditional sushi-making. Our sushi is all shortcut, hodgepodge, and probably breaks all the rules, but it is delicious, healthy, and easy. You can have an amazing sushi dinner on your table within half an hour. This recipe is found in the “Family Theme Nights” section of Trim Healthy Table Cookbook, on Page 277.
Sushi Night S Style (S)
Description
Homemade sushi might sound intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. First, we need to apologize to the ancient art of traditional sushi-making. Our sushi is all shortcut, hodgepodge, and probably breaks all the rules, but it is delicious, healthy, and easy. You can have an amazing sushi dinner on your table within half an hour. This recipe is found in the "Family Theme Nights" section of Trim Healthy Table Cookbook, on Page 277.
Ingredients
For the Sushi
OPTIONAL DIPPING SAUCES AND CONDIMENTS
Instructions
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Put the cauliflower rice in a large skillet over high heat. Toss with the sesame oil for 3 to 4 minutes, until it thaws and starts to cook. Add the cream cheese, ¼ teaspoon salt, the vinegar, and Gentle Sweet and allow to cook for a couple more minutes, or until tender, stirring well. Taste and add another ¼ teaspoon salt if you feel you need it. Remove from the heat and cool just slightly.
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Spread the cauli rice over a sheet of nori and sprinkle with the sesame seeds (if using). Fill and roll and in the same way as for the E sushi.
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Serve with the optional dipping sauces and pickled ginger.
Note
Recipe Notes
Intro continued...It takes the intimidation out of it if you think of sushi as a
type of burrito. Just fill and roll! These days you can buy nori sheets at almost any grocery store, so there’s really nothing scary about this meal. Choose if you want to make an E or S sushi or perhaps even both kinds if you have the time and have family members who Crossover.
For an E sushi, you need sticky brown rice. That happens easily when you use one more cup of water than normal when you cook it. For protein you can use salmon (being sure it is lean for E guidelines), but you don’t have to. Sliced chicken breast works, too; you can even use cooked egg whites.
For an S sushi you can make a sticky rice out of cauli rice mixed with cream cheese. With an S you can use salmon or chicken but you can also go meatless and just use avocado (if doing so be sure to get your protein in a drink with or after your meal). You can stuff both an S and E sushi with any sliced veggies from your fridge, such as cucumber or shredded carrot, or even use leafy greens like spinach.
If the idea of rolling your own sushi still makes you feel a little overwhelmed, try this simple shortcut. Buy the smaller, seasoned snack-size nori (seaweed) squares. Lay out all your filling options on your table and let everyone make their own as they go. Just pile in the fillings you like, fold over, and eat with your hands. Kids can make Crossovers and you can stick with your S or E fillings.
Sushi Night E Style Recipe
