Philadelphia Sushi Roll Recipe (Creamy, Simple, Homemade)

5 from 1 vote

Philadelphia Sushi Roll Recipe (Creamy, Simple, Homemade)

This special roll is made with smoked salmon, cream cheese, cucumber and it's topped with sesame seeds. If you love the rich, savory taste of smoked salmon and the creaminess of cream cheese, this sushi roll is definitely for you!

Prep Time25

Cook Time20

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Japan

Servings: - 8 rolls

Calories: 479kcal

Author: Love Keil

Equipment

bamboo mat

Ingredients

Sushi Rice & Seasoning

½ cup water hot
2 ½ tablespoons sugar
1 ½ tablespoons sea salt or to taste
1 cup water cold
⅓ cup rice vinegar unseasoned

Philadelphia Roll

3 cups sushi rice cooked and cooled
8 oz smoked salmon cut into strips
6-8 sheets nori
4 oz cream cheese or to taste, cut into strips
½ English cucumber thinly sliced then cut into long strips
toasted sesame seeds for garnish
soy sauce for dipping

Instructions

To make sushi rice seasoning, dilute sugar and salt in hot water until everything is dissolved. Add cold water and vinegar and mix.
Pour about ½ - ¾ cup of rice seasoning mixture over rice and mix; if needed, add more to taste.
Line a bamboo mat with plastic wrap and place nori on top, rough side up. Spread a thin layer of rice (using wet hands) over the seaweed. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the rice, flip the nori so the rice touches the plastic wrap, and add the filling directly to the nori.
Create a horizontal row about an inch from the bottom of the nori sheet and place sliced salmon, cream cheese, and cucumber strips.
Now, use the mat to tightly roll the sushi away from you, starting at the end with the fillings. Apply gentle pressure to shape the roll.
Once the roll is complete, use a sharp knife to slice it into individual pieces, over the plastic wrap then carefully remove the plastic wrap. For clean, precise cuts, it's helpful to wet the knife blade with water between each slice. Serve with soy sauce and enjoy!

Notes

To make great sushi:

Use sushi rice: Rinse thoroughly and use a rice cooker.
Get a bamboo mat: Essential for rolling tight, uniform sushi.
Use fresh ingredients.
Master the art of rolling: Spread rice evenly and roll tightly.
Sharpen your knife: A wet, sharp knife ensures clean slices.
Have fun with toppings: Get creative with sesame seeds, spicy mayo, and tobiko.

Remember, practice makes perfect, so enjoy the process and savor the delicious results!

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