Arabian Sushi

Have you ever thought of Arabian sushi? With classic Middle Eastern favorites such as lamb, beef kebab, prawns and hammour delicately rolled with rice, these rolls are easy to make.

Below you can get the recipe of this amazing arabian sushi.

Basic Ingredients

• 3 cups Japanese rice (preferably Nishiki or Carlose) 
• 3/4 cup of water 
• 1/3 cup rice vinegar 
• 3 Tbsp sugar 
• 1 tsp salt 
• 8 pieces nori sheets 

Preparation

• Rinse the rice, and repeat 6-8 times until the water becomes clear. Drain the rice in a colander and set aside for 20 minutes. Place the rice in a rice cooker and add water.
• When the rice is cooked, let it sit for around 15 minutes.
• Prepare sushi vinegar by mixing rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a saucepan. Put the pan on low heat and heat until the sugar dissolves. Cool.
• Spread the hot steamed rice onto a large plate or a large bowl. Sprinkle the vinegar mixture over the rice and place to the side.

Maki Rolling

• Centre one sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat and wet your hands
• Using your hands, spread a thin layer of rice on the sheet of nori, and press into a thin layer
• Arrange the ingredients of your choice (see below options) in a line down the center of the rice
• Lift the end of the mat, and gently roll it over the ingredients, pressing gently. Roll it forward to make a complete roll. Repeat with remaining ingredients.

Ref: Gulf News