Uramaki Sushi Recipe (Inside-Out Sushi Roll)

Learn the techniques to craft these tasty Uramaki Sushi with this simple recipe! You will enjoy the delightful flavors of homemade inside-out rolls!

This mouthwatering uramaki sushi roll is generously filled with avocado, carrot, and greens, offering a delightful and healthy combination.

Whether you're a sushi enthusiast or simply looking for a fresh and flavorful bite, these rolls are the perfect choice for a fulfilling sushi experience at home!

This recipe is for you if:
• You love Japanese sushi.
• You are looking for an uramaki recipe.
• You are looking for an easy sushi recipe.

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• About This Recipe
• What is Uramaki Sushi?
• A Brief Introduction to Sushi Roll (Maki Sushi)
• 📋 Ingredients
• Where to Buy Japanese Ingredients
• Makisu (Bamboo Mat)
• 🔪Instructions
• Step 1: Preparing the Rice
• Step 2: Preparing The Fillings
• Step 3: Assembling the Roll
• Step 4: Cutting the Roll
• Helpful Tips
• Serve
• Maki Sushi Variations
• Thanks For Stopping By!
• More Sushi Recipes You Might Like
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• Uramaki Sushi Recipe (Inside-Out Sushi Roll)
• 💬 Comments

About This Recipe

• Delicious inside-out sushi rolls
• Easy to make with straightforward instructions
• Refreshing and light homemade sushi
• Vegan adaptable

What is Uramaki Sushi?

Uramaki sushi, also known as inside-out roll or uramaki roll, is a style of sushi where the rice is on the outside and the nori (seaweed) wraps the fillings on the inside.

Traditional Japanese sushi rolls have seaweed on the outside of the rice, but sushi chefs in Los Angeles introduced the inside-out technique in the 1960s. People in the United States were not accustomed to the appearance of black nori, and hiding the nori on the inside became more visually appealing and accessible to those unfamiliar with traditional sushi.

The most famous example of uramaki sushi is the California roll, which typically contains ingredients like crab meat, avocado, and cucumber. Other popular uramaki roll variations include the Dragon roll and the Rainbow roll.

A Brief Introduction to Sushi Roll (Maki Sushi)

The sushi roll, known as Maki sushi or Nori maki in Japanese, is created by wrapping a nori sheet (seaweed) around a layer of vinegared rice seasoned with a mixture of rice vinegar, sugar, and salt, along with the chosen main ingredient in the center.

Maki sushi comes in two different sizes:

• Hosomaki refers to thin sushi rolls, typically containing one main ingredient inside the roll. Kappa maki, oshinko maki, and kanpyo maki are a type of hosomaki thin roll.
• Futomaki, on the other hand, refers to thick rolls that can contain multiple ingredients. This type includes Avocado Futomaki, Uramaki (inside-out roll), California, and Dragon roll.

I hope this simple knowledge will make ordering sushi at restaurants a more enjoyable and effortless experience for you!

📋 Ingredients

Here are the ingredients (the amounts are in the recipe card below).

• Cooked Japanese Rice: See below

• Nori Sheet: See below.

• Avocado, carrot, greens, and Japanese mayonnaise are for fillings. Other popular alternatives include tuna, salmon, shrimp, crab sticks, cucumber, sprouts, and spicy sauces. You can use tofu cream cheese with miso if you prefer a vegan alternative to mayonnaise.

• Toasted white sesame seeds: These are spread over the rice to provide a delightful nutty flavor.

• Rice Vinegar, sugar, and salt: We blend them well and mix them into the rice to make vinegared rice. Other types of vinegar might be a little too strong for the rice, so I highly recommend using rice vinegar. You can also use store-bought seasoned rice vinegar.

Japanese Short-grain Rice

The best rice for sushi rolls is short-grain rice, which is more starchy than long-grain rice and helps maintain the desired shape of the sushi roll and onigiri rice balls.

Koshihikari rice is the most famous and popular brand of Japanese rice. Or you can use the one labeled "sushi rice" on the packaging. Both white and brown rice can be used for sushi, depending on your preference.

I won't go into how to cook rice in this recipe, so please refer to the "How to Cook Japanese Rice on the Stove" recipe.

Nori Sheet

Nori seaweed sheets are dried seaweed that are crisp and come in sheet form, as shown in the picture above.

Get this full-size nori sheet (8.3" x 7.5" or 21 x 19 cm) at a grocery store.

Where to Buy Japanese Ingredients

If you live in the US, you can find Japanese ingredients in the list below.

• Japanese market: Mitsuwa Marketplace, Marukai
• Asian market
• Whole Foods Market
• Health food stores
• Online stores: Instacart, Walmart, Amazon

Makisu (Bamboo Mat)

A Makisu, a bamboo mat or sushi rolling mat, is a traditional tool used in Japanese cuisine for rolling sushi. It is made from thin bamboo strips woven together with string. The Makisu provides support and helps shape the sushi roll while keeping the ingredients tightly wrapped.

When you closely observe the side profile of Makisu, you'll notice that one side is flat while the other is round. Place the nori sheet on the flat side to achieve a smooth surface for your sushi roll.

If you don't have a Makisu, you can still make sushi using a sheet of plastic wrap as a substitute.

🔪Instructions

Here are the detailed instructions for making sushi rolls. The process consists of the following four straightforward steps!

• Step 1: Preparing the Rice
• Step 2: Preparing the Ingredients
• Step 3: Assembling the Roll
• Step 4: Cutting the Roll

Step 1: Preparing the Rice

Step 2: Preparing The Fillings

3. Slice the avocado into even 1cm (½-inch) wide slices.

Step 3: Assembling the Roll

Step 4: Cutting the Roll

Prepare a damp cloth (or kitchen towel) and a very sharp knife to cut the uramaki roll into equal pieces.

Helpful Tips

• When preparing the sushi rice, avoid mashing the grains while stirring. Use a gentle folding motion to mix the rice and seasonings. If the sushi rice is still hot, you can use a paper fan to cool it to room temperature.
• When spreading the rice, ensure it is evenly distributed on the nori sheet. Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking, as rice tends to be quite sticky. You can also use a rice paddle as it can make the spreading process easier.
• Ensure that the smooth side of the sushi mat faces up and the knot is positioned on the upper side.
• Position the end of the roll facing down and let it sit for a few minutes before cutting. I recommend keeping the rice wrapped in plastic wrap while slicing to prevent the rice from sticking to the knife.

Serve

Serve the uramaki sushi alongside soy sauce for dipping. You can also offer wasabi (Japanese horseradish) and pickled ginger on the side for added flavor. Enjoy!

Maki Sushi Variations

Here are some classic maki sushi (sushi rolls) recipes you might want to try:

• Natto Maki (Fermented Soybeans Roll)
• Kappa Maki (Cucumber Roll)
• Oshinko Maki (Japanese Pickles)
• Kanpyo Maki (Dried Gourd Strips)
• Avocado Maki

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Chef JA Cooks is a Japanese food blog that shares simple and healthy Japanese home cooking recipes, including vegan and vegetarian. From traditional Japanese recipes to modern recipes with step-by-step instructions.

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• Kappa Maki (Cucumber Sushi Roll)
• Oshinko Maki (Japanese Pickle Roll)
• Kanpyo Maki (Dried Gourd Strips)
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