{"id":"recipe_8a71b29973","slug":"traditional-japanese-sushi","title":"Traditional Japanese Sushi","description":"Authentic sushi featuring seasoned vinegared rice topped with fresh salmon and crisp vegetables. This recipe covers the basics of making both Nigiri and Maki rolls.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":40,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":60,"activeMinutes":45},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g short-grain sushi rice","name":"Sushi Rice","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"2 1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"uncooked","notes":"short-grain white sushi rice","group":"Rice Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"600ml water","name":"Water","quantity":600,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"2 1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"for cooking rice","group":"Rice Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"60ml rice vinegar","name":"Rice Vinegar","quantity":60,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"rice vinegar","group":"Seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"25g sugar","name":"Sugar","quantity":25,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"granulated","notes":"white sugar","group":"Seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"5g salt","name":"Salt","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"fine","notes":"sea salt","group":"Seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"5 sheets nori","name":"Nori","quantity":5,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":5,"usUnit":"piece","form":"dried sheets","notes":"roasted seaweed","group":"Wrappers","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"200g sushi-grade salmon","name":"Salmon","quantity":200,"unit":"g","usQuantity":7,"usUnit":"oz","form":"raw","notes":"sushi-grade, sliced into strips or slabs","group":"Fillings","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1 cucumber, julienned","name":"Cucumber","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"julienned","notes":"English or Persian cucumber","group":"Fillings","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"Wasabi and soy sauce for serving","name":"Soy Sauce","quantity":1,"unit":"pinch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"pinch","form":"paste","notes":"to taste","group":"Condiments","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Rinse the rice in a bowl until the water runs clear. Drain well.","group":"Rice Preparation","title":"Rinse the rice in a bowl","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Rice Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Combine rice and 600ml water in a pot. Bring to a boil at 100°C (212°F), then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 10 minutes.","group":"Rice Preparation","title":"Combine rice and 600ml water","timerMinutes":25,"sourceTitle":"Rice Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Transfer the warm rice to a large wooden or glass bowl. Gently fold in the vinegar mixture using a rice paddle, taking care not to smash the grains. Let cool to room temperature.","group":"Rice Preparation","title":"Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Rice Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"For Maki (rolls): Place a sheet of nori on a bamboo mat. Spread a thin layer of rice over the nori, leaving 2cm at the top edge. Place salmon and cucumber in the center. Roll tightly using the mat.","group":"Assembly","title":"For Maki: Place a sheet of nori","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Slice rolls into 8 pieces using a sharp, wet knife. Serve with wasabi and soy sauce.","group":"Assembly","title":"Slice rolls into 8 pieces","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"}],"notes":"Use high-quality sushi-grade fish to ensure safety and flavor. Wet your hands with water and a little vinegar to prevent the rice from sticking while handling.","cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Japanese"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["boil","noCook"],"equipment":["rice cooker or pot","bamboo sushi mat","sharp knife","rice paddle"],"diet":["pescatarian","high_protein"],"allergens":["fish","soy"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":32,"unit":"piece","note":"Approximately 4 rolls (8 pieces each) or a mix of nigiri and rolls"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Rice can be prepared 2-3 hours in advance and kept at room temperature covered with a damp cloth. Do not refrigerate cooked sushi rice as it becomes hard."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Sushi containing raw fish should be consumed immediately. Vegetable-only sushi can be kept in the fridge for up to 1 day.","reheatingNotes":"Do not reheat sushi."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_8a71b29973%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=b9748e1c-d3bf-49a4-b9cc-9c61787ba890","imageAlt":"Traditional Japanese Sushi — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["sushi","japanese","seafood","healthy","rice","salmon"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Traditional Japanese Sushi","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T19:10:53.517Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T19:10:53.517Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_5bd7d18ba8","slug":"cantonese-steamed-rice-noodle-rolls-cheung-fun","title":"Cantonese Steamed Rice Noodle Rolls (Cheung Fun)","description":"A silky, smooth, and translucent Cantonese dim sum classic. These rice noodle rolls are steamed to perfection and typically filled with succulent shrimp or savory pork, then finished with a sweetened soy sauce.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":25},"cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Cantonese"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"medium","diet":["dairy_free","egg_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_5bd7d18ba8%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=95ae143d-b901-4366-9657-7aa0c5bdad41","imageAlt":"Cantonese Steamed Rice Noodle Rolls (Cheung Fun) — recipe cover","tags":["dim sum","cantonese","rice noodles","steamed","shrimp","chinese breakfast"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":9,"stepCount":6},{"id":"recipe_8c98f14ca2","slug":"classic-fried-rice-chaofan","title":"Classic Fried Rice (Chǎofàn)","description":"A quick, savory, and satisfying East Asian staple featuring fluffy rice stir-fried with eggs, crisp vegetables, and a touch of soy sauce.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Chinese"]},"course":["main","side"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","nut_free","high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_8c98f14ca2%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=a9bd1aca-9eb5-41e5-8730-eac0148bdba5","imageAlt":"Classic Fried Rice (Chǎofàn) — recipe cover","tags":["fried-rice","quick","easy","leftover-rice","chinese-cuisine"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":9,"stepCount":6},{"id":"recipe_7d0223495d","slug":"classic-japanese-udon-soup","title":"Classic Japanese Udon Soup","description":"A comforting, traditional East Asian noodle soup featuring thick, chewy udon noodles in a delicate, savory dashi broth.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Japanese"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["dairy_free","low_fat"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_7d0223495d%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=b95b3407-aaaf-4a90-8153-c9dccf8a4049","imageAlt":"Classic Japanese Udon Soup — recipe cover","tags":["udon","noodles","soup","quick","comfort food","japanese"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":7,"stepCount":5}]}