How do you cut a pretty cucumber?

How do you cut a pretty cucumber?

First, take a large cucumber and cut about 14 really thin slices. Stack them partially on top of each other to create a line. Carefully roll the slices all the way up, cut in half, and then place them on your dish with the flat side down. You may have to adjust the “petals” a bit to make it pretty.

What is cucumber roll?

Cucumber rolls are called kappamaki in Japan. It is one of the most popular sushi rolls and is easy to make, with just three ingredients–nori (dried seaweed), sushi rice, and cucumber. As there is no fish included, this roll is also perfect for vegetarians.

How do you make sushi without a mat?

Take a tea towel (hand towels will work in a pinch as well), fold it in half lengthwise and lay flat on a counter. Cover it in plastic wrap, stack your ingredients, and then roll them up using the towel to guide the process. Just don't press too hard, otherwise the nori wrapper will tear.

How do you thinly slice a cucumber?

Cucumber. Cut the cucumber vertically in half, and then thinly slice cut-side down at a diagonal angle from end to end.

How do you cut cream cheese for sushi?

Peel them and slice just like the cucumber into 1/2″ thick slices and then julienne. I recommend steaming the carrots gently so they are not rock hard and crunchy in your sushi roll. It's up to you, but steaming for 1-2 minutes will improve the eatability of your veggie sushi.