Rainbow Vegan Sushi Recipe

Sushi is a Japanese staple, with many styles and variations to enjoy. Typically, it’s made of seasoned sushi rice, seaweed, various vegetables and fish, which is often raw. This version shared by @hemaeats on Instagram is for all the vegans out there who want to experience a taste of Japanese cuisine – or anyone who fancies a sushi dish that’s a little less fishy.

Using Bamboo Sushi Rolling Mats

Before you begin, you’ll need the right equipment. Number one on your list should be a sushi rolling mat. Without this, you’ll have a tough time getting those satisfying sushi rolls. Bamboo sushi mats can be picked up at your local Japanese supermarket or right here at Oriental Mart!

Sushi rice can become quite sticky, so a rolling mat will also help you keep everything a bit tidier. For some tips on perfecting your general sushi skills, check out our guide on how to roll sushi.

Vegan Sushi Ingredients

• Sushi rice
• Kikkoman seasoning for sushi rice
• Roasted seaweed sheets
• Julienned veggies of choice
• Marinated tofu pieces
• Sesame seeds

Extras

• Bamboo sushi rolling mat
• Kikkoman tamari soy sauce
• Lee Kum Kee peanut flavoured sauce
• Lee Kum Kee dipping sauce
• Sushi ginger
• Fried onions

How to Make Vegan Sushi at Home

Start by cooking the sushi rice per the pack’s instructions. Add rice seasoning, mix and leave to cool.

For Maki Sushi

Place a layer of cling film on the sushi mat and place a seaweed sheet on top. Spread an even layer of rice on top and add the veggies/tofu 1/4 up from the bottom of the mat. Using the mat, roll everything up tightly. Wet the top of the seaweed sheet with water to stick the ends together. Remove the cling film and cut your sushi into pieces.

For Uramaki Sushi

Place a layer of cling film onto your sushi mat and sprinkle sesame seeds on top. Spread an even layer of rice on top of sesame seeds. Add a seaweed sheet on top, then add veggies/tofu 1/4 up from the bottom of the mat. Using the mat, roll everything up tightly. Wet the top of the seaweed sheet with water to stick the ends together. Remove the cling film and cut your sushi into pieces.

For No Rice Sushi

This is ideal for when you run out of rice and still have seaweed sheets and filling left! Use the same method as maki sushi above, just without the rice.

For more Japanese vegan delights, check out our recipe for kinpira renkon.