Futo Maki (Vegetable Sushi)

Protein: Tofu, eggs

You can make sushi at home?! Yes! Even without the special bamboo equipment, I found!

1. Combine 1.5 cups sushi rice (I use Nishiki brand because it has this rice recipe on the bag) + 2.5 cups water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low.

2. When water is gone, check to see if rice is soft. If not, add more water and boil again.

3. When rice is cooked, mix in 1.3 cup seasoned rice vinegar

4. With a broad knife, spread a thin layer of the rice mixture over nori (a sheet of sushi seasweed). LEAVE one edge of the sheet uncovered (this is important for sealing the roll).

5. Fill the roll by laying on long strips of whatever you want (lay them parallel to the uncovered edge of the sheet). I use:
Tofu, fried egg, apples (you won't see this in a Japanese restaurants but it's really, really tasty), carrots, avocado, cucumber, sauteed mushrooms.

6. Roll the rolls and slice with a sharp knife.

Serve with soy sauce, wasabi, pickled ginger, and a smile. :)