Save to Pinterest Whimsical sushi boats crafted with fresh fish, sushi rice, and crisp vegetables, perfect for a playful appetizer or party platter.
These sushi sailboats bring fun and creativity to the table, making appetizer time memorable for everyone.
Ingredients
- Sushi Rice: 1 cup sushi rice, 1 1/4 cups water, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sugar, 1/2 tsp salt
- Fillings & Toppings: 100 g fresh sushi-grade salmon thinly sliced, 100 g fresh sushi-grade tuna thinly sliced, 1/2 avocado thinly sliced, 1/2 cucumber seeds removed thinly sliced, 4 sheets nori seaweed cut in half, 2 tbsp black sesame seeds
- Garnishes & Sail Materials: 8 thin slices daikon radish or carrot for sails, 8 small bamboo skewers or toothpicks, 1 tbsp pickled ginger, 1 tbsp wasabi, 2 tbsp soy sauce gluten-free if needed
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine rice and water in a pot bring to a boil then reduce heat cover and simmer for 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 10 minutes.
- Step 2:
- In a small bowl mix rice vinegar sugar and salt until dissolved. Gently fold into the cooked rice. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.
- Step 3:
- Lay a half-sheet of nori shiny side down. With wet hands shape a small log about 2 tbsp of sushi rice and place it lengthwise on the nori.
- Step 4:
- Top each rice log with slices of salmon tuna avocado and cucumber as desired. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Step 5:
- Roll the nori around the rice and toppings leaving the top open to resemble a boat.
- Step 6:
- To make sails thread a daikon or carrot slice onto a bamboo skewer or toothpick and insert upright into each sushi boat.
- Step 7:
- Arrange sushi sailboats on a platter. Garnish with pickled ginger and serve with wasabi and soy sauce on the side.
Save to Pinterest Enjoy assembling and sharing these delightful sushi sailboats during family gatherings or parties.
Required Tools
Rice cooker or pot with lid Sharp knife Bamboo skewers or toothpicks Rolling mat optional
Allergen Information
Contains fish salmon tuna and soy soy sauce Some ingredients may contain sesame Check all labels for gluten if required
Nutritional Information
Calories 105 Total Fat 25 g Carbohydrates 16 g Protein 5 g per boat
Save to Pinterest Serve these sushi sailboats fresh for the best texture and flavor every time.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of rice is used for sushi sailboats?
Short-grain sushi rice is used to achieve the perfect sticky texture needed for shaping the sailboats.
- → Can I substitute fish with other ingredients?
Yes, for a vegetarian option, replace fish with avocado, mango, or marinated tofu for a similar creamy texture.
- → How do I keep the sushi rice from sticking to my hands?
Wet your hands with water when shaping the rice logs to prevent sticking and ensure smooth assembly.
- → What are the best garnishes to complement these sailboats?
Pickled ginger, wasabi, and a drizzle of soy sauce add traditional flavors and complement the fresh ingredients well.
- → How can I make the sails for the sushi boats?
Use thin slices of daikon radish or carrot threaded onto bamboo skewers inserted upright into the boats for a decorative sail effect.