Temaki Sushi: Hand-Rolled Seaweed, Rice, and Fillings

Cook the sushi rice according to package instructions. While still warm, transfer it to a large bowl and gently fold in the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Cover with a damp cloth to keep it from drying out.

Prepare your fillings: Slice the sashimi-grade fish into thin strips. Peel and thinly slice the cucumber into matchsticks. Halve, pit, peel, and thinly slice the avocado.

Set up your temaki station: Arrange the seasoned sushi rice, sliced nori sheets (cut into halves or quarters), and all your prepared fillings on a serving platter. Have small dishes of soy sauce and wasabi ready.

To assemble your temaki: Take a piece of nori in your hand. Place a small amount of sushi rice on one corner of the nori. Add your desired fillings (fish, cucumber, avocado, etc.) diagonally across the rice.

Roll the nori into a cone shape, starting from the corner with the rice and fillings, ensuring the tip is sealed. Serve immediately with soy sauce and wasabi.