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Homemade Maki Sushi (classic and inverted)

Recipe by Cooking by Nissou

Learn how to prepare homemade maki sushi, both classic tuna and inverted smoked salmon, with perfectly seasoned vinegared rice, crunchy vegetables and a homemade spicy sauce. This detailed recipe guides you step by step, from rinsing the rice to cutting the rolls, for a result worthy of a Japanese restaurant.

MediumJapaneseServes 4

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Source Video
1h 38m
Prep
21m
Cook
14m
Cleanup
2h 13m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$15.32
Total cost
$3.83
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Rinse the rice until the water is clear
  • Precise rice cooking (medium then low heat)
  • Prepare and incorporate sushi vinegar while the rice is hot
  • Let the rice cool completely in the refrigerator
  • Roll the maki with constant pressure
  • Cut the rolls with a well‑moistened knife

Safety Warnings

  • Be careful of steam when boiling the vinegar.
  • Use a sharp knife to avoid slips.
  • Handle hot rice with care to avoid burns.

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