Teriyaki Salmon Sushi

Craving sushi? Skip the takeout and make this incredible Teriyaki Salmon Sushi at home! It features flaky salmon in a homemade teriyaki glaze, perfectly paired with creamy avocado and crisp cucumber. Impress your friends and family with this easy-to-follow recipe.

Teriyaki Salmon Sushi

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Laura Sharrad
Dive into homemade Teriyaki Salmon Sushi! Tender salmon glazed in a sweet and savory sauce, rolled with fresh avocado and cucumber. 🍣
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Ingredients

  • 300 g salmon fillet skinless
  • 1/4 cup 60ml soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp mirin
  • 2 tbsp sake or substitute with additional mirin
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water optional, for thickening
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • For the Sushi Rice:
  • 1 1/2 cups 300g sushi rice
  • 2 cups 500ml water
  • 1/4 cup 60ml rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • For the Sushi Rolls:
  • 5-6 sheets of nori seaweed
  • 1 cucumber julienned
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • Soy sauce for dipping
  • Pickled ginger gari, for serving
  • Wasabi for serving (optional)

Instructions

  • Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rinsed rice and water in a rice cooker and cook according to the rice cooker's instructions. Alternatively, bring a pot to the boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18 minutes.
  • Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, and honey (or maple syrup)
  • Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Place the salmon fillet in the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until it is almost cooked through.
  • Pour the teriyaki sauce mixture into the pan with the salmon. Let it simmer and reduce until it becomes slightly thick and coats the salmon. If you prefer a thicker sauce, add the cornstarch slurry and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  • Place a bamboo sushi rolling mat on a clean surface and lay a sheet of nori on top, shiny side down.
  • With wet fingers, spread a thin, even layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch (2.5 cm) border at the top.
  • Lay a few slices of teriyaki salmon, cucumber, and avocado along the center of the rice.
  • Roll the sushi tightly from the bottom edge using the bamboo mat, pressing gently to secure the roll. Once rolled, moisten the top border with a little water to seal the roll.
  • Use a sharp knife to slice the sushi roll into bite-sized pieces. Wipe the knife with a damp cloth between cuts for clean slices.
  • Serve the Teriyaki Salmon Sushi with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi.

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