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A close-up of an elegant sushi presentation featuring Alaska rolls, topped with bright orange salmon and roe, arranged on a sleek black plate. The rolls are filled with crab, cucumber, and avocado, accompanied by a dollop of wasabi. A black ceramic cup sits in the background, adding to the refined dining atmosphere.

Alaska Roll Recipe

The Alaska Roll is a fusion-style sushi roll featuring fresh salmon, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber, wrapped in sushi rice and nori. It’s a delicious balance of textures and flavors, making it a favorite among sushi lovers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Sushi
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 4 rolls
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Bamboo Sushi Mat
  • Rice Paddle
  • Sharp Knife

Ingredients
  

Sushi Rice

  • 1½ cups sushi rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 3 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • ½ tsp salt

Roll Assembly

  • 4 sheets nori (seaweed)
  • 4 oz fresh sushi-grade salmon thinly sliced
  • ½ avocado sliced
  • ¼ cucumber julienned
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds optional

Instructions
 

  • Rinse sushi rice until water runs clear. Cook with water, then mix with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Cool to room temp.
  • Place nori on a bamboo sushi mat. Spread rice thinly over nori, leaving a 1-inch border.
  • Flip nori, then layer salmon, avocado, and cucumber in the center.
  • Lift the mat, tucking fillings in, and roll firmly. Moisten the nori edge to seal.
  • Cut each roll into 8 pieces. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve with soy sauce, pickled ginger, or wasabi.

Notes

The Alaska Roll is a great introduction to sushi making. You can substitute raw salmon with smoked salmon for a different flavor profile.
Keyword Alaska Roll, Salmon Sushi, Sushi, Sushi Recipe