Master the Art of Sushi Making: An Online Culinary Adventure from London
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
No physical fitness required; suitable for all skill levels
Overview
Discover how to create perfect sushi rice, roll your own maki, and whip up zesty wasabi mayo in this immersive two-hour online sushi class hosted from London. Ready to impress your dinner guests? Dive in!
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Master the art of sushi making
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About This Adventure
Dive into the art of sushi-making in this engaging two-hour class! Master the essentials of perfect sushi rice and create your own handmade maki and uramaki rolls with personalized fillings. Enhance your culinary skills with zesty wasabi mayo and quick pickles, leaving you ready to impress at home.
A tasty crash course in the basics of sushi. Learn how to make the perfect sushi rice and then turn it into handmade maki and uramaki rolls – with your choice of fillings.
Duration
2 hours
Description
In this fun two-hour class, you’ll also whip up a zingy wasabi mayo, a delicious dipping sauce and a quick radish pickle to go with your creations – and leave with the confidence to make your own sushi at home.
Additional info
This is a class best suited to and supervised by adults. Our online classes are sold on a per household basis, so as long as everyone is in the same room, you can have as many participants as you like! ONE PARTICIPANT = ONE HOUSEHOLD If you are booking a place for yourself as well as others based in another household, please be advised that email addresses for each household must be supplied at the point of booking. Unique Zoom joining instructions will be sent to all, as well as additional information relating to ingredients and general preparation for the class.
You Will Need (Serves 2)
- 200g sushi rice (Japanese short grain rice)
- 8 nori sheets
- 1 sushi rolling mat (per person)
- 8 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 50g caster sugar
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 4 tablespoons low-salt soy sauce
- 1 lemon
- 3 spring onions
- 1 fresh red chilli
- 3 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 30g wasabi paste
- 1cm piece of ginger
- 8 pink radishes
- ½ a salmon fillet (130g), from sustainable sources
- ¼ of a carrot
- ¼ of a cucumber
- 1 small avocado
- vegetable oil
Adventure Tips
Prepare Your Ingredients Ahead
Gather all your sushi ingredients and tools before the class to fully focus on mastering the techniques.
Use Short-Grain Sushi Rice
Short-grain rice is key to getting the sticky texture perfect for rolling.
Follow the Rice Washing Process Carefully
Thoroughly rinsing the rice removes excess starch, a crucial step for the ideal sushi rice texture.
Keep Your Rolling Mat Clean
A clean bamboo sushi mat prevents sticking and ensures neat rolls every time.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- None relevant as this is an online cooking experience
History
Sushi dates back to the Edo period in Japan, evolving from a method of preserving fish in fermented rice to the fresh and artful cuisine known today.
Conservation
Using sustainable fish options and seasonal local produce is encouraged to support environmental responsibility in sushi preparation.
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Recommended Gear
Sharp Chef’s Knife
Essential for cleanly slicing rolls and ingredients.
Bamboo Sushi Rolling Mat
Helps create tight, uniform sushi rolls.
Rice Cooker or Pot with Lid
Necessary to cook your sushi rice evenly.
Mixing Bowl
Used for preparing sushi rice seasoning and ingredients.