# 寿司 (Sushi)

## Description:
Sushi is a traditional Japanese dish consisting of cooked rice combined with other ingredients, typically seafood, vegetables, and sometimes egg, shaped into small hand rolls or served as bite-sized pieces. It is a delicate and flavorful dish known for its fresh ingredients and unique presentation.

## Instructions:
1. **Prepare the Sushi Rice:**
   - In a bowl, combine 2 cups of short-grain Japanese rice (or regular white rice as a substitute) with 2/3 cup of rice vinegar, 1/4 cup of sugar, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
   - Wash the rice until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
   - Cook the rice according to package instructions or use a rice cooker. Let it cool to room temperature.

2. **Prepare the Fillings:**
   - For raw fish (sashimi-grade tuna, salmon, or any preferred fish), cut into thin slices. Ensure the fish is fresh and of high quality.
   - For vegetables, thinly slice avocado, cucumber, and carrots.
   - Optional: Prepare a simple soy sauce-ginger sauce for dipping. Mix 2 tablespoons of soy sauce with 1 tablespoon of grated ginger.

3. **Assembly:**
   - Place a sheet of nori (seaweed) on a bamboo sushi mat.
   - Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking, and shape a small amount of sushi rice into a rectangular block, leaving a small gap at the top for sealing.
   - Place a strip of fish and vegetables of your choice in the center of the rice.
   - Using the bamboo mat, roll the sushi tightly into a cylinder, applying gentle pressure.
   - Wet the top edge of the nori with a bit of water to seal the roll.
   - Cut the roll into 6-8 pieces using a sharp, wet knife.

4. **Serving:**
   - Arrange the sushi pieces on a platter with wasabi, pickled ginger, and soy sauce for dipping.
   - Enjoy your homemade sushi!

## Allergens:
- Fish (tuna, salmon)
- Sesame (if used as a garnish)
- Soy (soy sauce)
- Ginger

## Cooking Time:
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 15-20 minutes (for rice)
- Total: Approximately 45 minutes

## Substitutes:
- **Rice:** Regular white rice can be used instead of Japanese short-grain rice.
- **Fish:** If sashimi-grade fish is not available, you can use cooked fish, such as salmon or tuna, but the texture and taste may differ.
- **Nori:** Assured that nori sheets are available in your region. If not, regular seaweed sheets can be used.
- **Soy Sauce:** Tamari or coconut aminos can be substituted for those with soy allergies.