As my birthday treat to myself, I decided to sign up for a sushi making 101 class through the UofU Continuing Education. It was held at Orson Gygi on April 6th and it was so much fun. I learned that my mom taught me to cook rice like the sushi chef - wash and rinse the rice a few times until the water is clear and then add water by placing your hand on the flattened rice and fill up to where your wrist bends. Works great for sticky rice! I learned how to make a california roll and a spicy tuna roll. Here's some pictures of a salmon nigri and a couple of rolls I made on my own - one with crab and avocado with salmon on top and a tuna roll. I am definitely not a very good roller! But the best part of being able to eat/take home everything you made! I discovered that I really like fresh tuna! I also learned how to make various dipping sauces but I'm definitely NOT a master sushi roller! So I can't perpetuate the stereotype that all Japanese know how to make sushi! I better stick to my favorite gyoza!
