How to Make Sushi at Home 🍣 | Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
Making Sushi Is Easier Than You Think
- Welcome to our step-by-step sushi course🍣
Learn how to make different types of sushi, test your knowledge with fun questions, and check your answers in the button. Ready? Let’s roll! 🥢
Lesson 1:
🎥 Watch our step-by-step video and see just how easy (and fun) it is to make fresh sushi at home with the Albino monkey Sushi Making Kit.
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Lesson 2:
What You Need to Make Sushi at Home 🥢
Before you start rolling, let’s make sure you have the right essentials. With just a few simple tools and ingredients, anyone can create restaurant-quality sushi at home.
Ingrediens list:
Sushi Rice (Shari) – The heart of every sushi roll. Short-grain, sticky rice seasoned with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt.
Nori Sheets (Seaweed) – The wrapper that holds everything together.
Fresh Fillings – Salmon, tuna, shrimp, cucumber, avocado… endless possibilities!
Optional Extras – Soy sauce, wasabi, pickled ginger for the perfect finish.
👉 The Albino Monkey Sushi Making Kit includes everything you need (except the fresh ingredients!) — from mats and bazooka to a professional sashimi knife.
Lesson 3:
Sushi Rice – The Heart of Every Roll 🍚
Before making any type of sushi, it all begins with the rice. In fact, the word sushi actually refers to the seasoned rice — not the fish! Getting the rice right is the key to sushi that tastes authentic and holds together properly.
The Science of Sushi Rice 🍚
Sushi rice (shari) isn’t just plain white rice — it’s carefully prepared to balance stickiness, flavor, and shine. Short-grain Japanese rice contains more starch than long-grain varieties, which makes it slightly sticky and perfect for holding rolls together. But too much starch makes it gummy, so rinsing is essential.
The seasoning mix (sushizu) — a blend of rice vinegar, sugar, and salt — doesn’t just add taste. It also lowers the pH of the rice, which historically helped preserve raw fish. The glossy look of well-prepared sushi rice comes from gently folding in the seasoning without crushing the grains.
When sushi chefs say “sushi begins and ends with the rice”, they mean it: even the freshest fish can’t save badly made rice.
How to Make Perfect Sushi Rice:
1. Rinse – Wash the short-grain rice in cold water several times until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch.
2. Cook – Use a rice cooker or pot to cook the rice with the right water ratio (about 1:1.2 rice to water).
3. Season – While the rice is still warm, gently fold in a mixture of rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. This gives sushi rice its signature flavor.
4. Cool – Spread the rice in a shallow bowl or hangiri (wooden sushi tub) to cool slightly before using. Don’t refrigerate — it makes the rice too hard.
👉 Pro tip: Never mash or stir too hard. Use a gentle slicing and folding motion to keep the grains shiny and separate.
Lesson 4:
Types of Sushi You Can Make at Home 🍣
Nigiri (Hand-Pressed Sushi) – A small mound of rice topped with fresh fish or seafood. Simple, elegant, and one of the most popular sushi styles.
Maki (Sushi Rolls) – Classic sushi rolls wrapped in nori (seaweed) and sliced into bite-size pieces. Perfect for beginners to practice rolling.
Hosomaki (Thin Rolls) – A slim sushi roll with just one filling (like cucumber, salmon, or tuna). Clean and easy to make.
Futomaki (Thick Rolls) – Larger rolls filled with multiple ingredients, giving you colorful and delicious slices.
Uramaki (Inside-Out Rolls) – Sushi rolls with the rice on the outside and nori inside. Think California rolls — fun and great for variety.
Temaki (Hand Rolls) – Cone-shaped sushi wrapped in nori, filled with rice, fish, and veggies. Easy to hold and eat by hand.
Sashimi – Thin slices of raw fish (without rice). A true test of knife skills and a must-have in any sushi meal.
Gunkan (Battleship Sushi) – Oval-shaped rice wrapped in nori and topped with ingredients like fish roe or sea urchin.
Chirashi (Scattered Sushi) – A colorful bowl of sushi rice topped with assorted sashimi and vegetables. Quick and versatile.
Inari – Sweet and savory pockets of fried tofu stuffed with sushi rice. A vegetarian-friendly sushi option.
🍣 Question 1:
What type of sushi do we learn to make in the video?
Choose your answer:
1️⃣ Nigiri
2️⃣ Maki Roll (Sushi Roll)
3️⃣ Sashimi
Lesson 5:
Nigiri – The Easiest Sushi to Start With 🍣
Nigiri is the simplest type of sushi and the perfect place to begin your journey. It’s made by shaping a small ball of sushi rice by hand and gently placing a slice of fresh fish (like salmon or tuna) on top. No rolling mats, no fancy tricks — just rice, fish, and your hands.
How to Make Nigiri with the Albino Monkey Nigiri Maker Tool
Making Nigiri by hand can be tricky for beginners — that’s why we included a Nigiri Maker Tool in the Albino Monkey Sushi Making Kit. It helps you shape perfect pieces every time in just a few steps:
1. Prepare the rice – Cook short-grain sushi rice and season it with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Let it cool slightly until it’s easy to handle.
2. Fill the Nigiri Maker – Lightly wet the inside of the tool, then add a spoonful of rice into each mold slot.
3. Press gently – Close the lid or use the top press (depending on the model) to shape the rice into uniform Nigiri bases.
4. Add the topping – Remove the pressed rice pieces from the mold and place a slice of fresh fish (like salmon or tuna) neatly on top.
5. Finish & serve – Optionally, brush a little soy sauce over the fish or add a dab of wasabi between the rice and topping for authentic flavor.
👉 In just minutes, you’ll have restaurant-quality Nigiri that looks beautiful and tastes even better — no hand-rolling skills required!
🍣 Question 2:
You’ve just learned how to make Nigiri. But shaping the rice evenly can be tricky…
Which tool in the Albino Monkey Sushi Making Kit is specially designed to help with this?
Choose your answer:
1️⃣ Sushi Rolling Mat
2️⃣ Sushi Bazooka
3️⃣ Nigiri Maker Tool
Lesson 6:
Maki – Classic Sushi Rolls Anyone Can Make 🥢
Maki is the sushi style most people imagine first — rice and fillings wrapped in a sheet of nori, rolled tightly, and sliced into bite-size pieces. With the Albino Monkey Sushi Making Kit, you can use the bamboo rolling mat for a traditional approach or the Sushi Bazooka for a faster, foolproof roll.
How to Make Maki:
1. Place a sheet of nori shiny-side down on your bamboo mat (or open the Sushi Bazooka).
2. Spread a thin layer of seasoned rice evenly over the nori, leaving a small edge free.
3. Add fillings like salmon, cucumber, avocado, or crab sticks.
4. Roll it up firmly with the bamboo mat (or close and press with the Bazooka).
5. Slice into even pieces with the sashimi knife.
👉 Pro tip: Dip the knife in water before cutting — it keeps the rice from sticking and gives you clean slices.
Lesson 7:
Hosomaki – Thin and Elegant Rolls 🌱
Hosomaki is a small, delicate sushi roll that uses just one filling — like cucumber, tuna, or avocado. Because it’s thinner than regular Maki, it’s great for practice and for serving as light, elegant bites.
How to Make Hosomaki:
1. Place half a sheet of nori on your bamboo mat, shiny-side down.
2. Spread a thin layer of sushi rice, leaving about 2 cm at the top edge uncovered.
3. Add a single strip of filling in the center (cucumber, salmon, or avocado works perfectly.
4. Roll tightly using the bamboo mat, applying gentle pressure for a firm shape.
5. Slice into 6–8 small pieces with your sashimi knife.
👉 Pro tip: Because Hosomaki is small, keep the rice layer very thin. Less rice = easier rolling and a better shape.
🍣 Question 3:
Which type of sushi is known for using just one simple filling, like cucumber or tuna?
Choose your answer:
1️⃣ Hosomaki
2️⃣ Futomaki
3️⃣ Uramaki
Lesson 8:
Futomaki – Big, Bold & Colorful Rolls 🌈
Futomaki means “thick roll,” and it’s packed with flavor and color. Unlike Hosomaki, which uses just one filling, Futomaki usually combines three or more ingredients — like salmon, egg, cucumber, avocado, or pickled vegetables — all rolled together in a large sheet of nori.
How to Make Futomaki:
1. Place a full sheet of nori on your bamboo mat.
2. Spread an even layer of sushi rice over the entire surface, leaving about 1–2 cm at the top edge free.
3. Arrange a variety of fillings in the center — don’t overfill, or it won’t roll tightly.
4. Roll up using the bamboo mat, pressing gently but firmly for a compact roll.
5. Slice into 8 thick pieces with a wet sashimi knife for clean cuts.
👉 Pro tip: Balance textures and colors in your fillings — combine something crunchy (like cucumber) with something creamy (like avocado) and protein (like salmon or egg) for the perfect Futomaki.
Lesson 9:
Uramaki – Inside-Out Sushi Rolls ✨
Uramaki flips tradition inside-out — the rice goes on the outside, while the nori is hidden inside the roll around the fillings. This style is popular in Western sushi, with the California Roll being the most famous example.
How to Make Uramaki:
1. Place a sheet of nori on your Albino monkey bamboo mat and cover it with an even layer of sushi rice.
2. Sprinkle sesame seeds or fish roe on top for extra flavor and crunch.
3. Flip the nori so the rice is now on the outside.
4. Add fillings such as crab, avocado, and cucumber in the center.
5. Roll carefully with your mat, applying gentle pressure.
6. Slice into even pieces with a wet sashimi knife for clean cuts.
👉 Pro tip: Use plastic wrap on your bamboo mat to prevent rice from sticking when rolling inside-out sushi.
Lesson 10:
Temaki – Fun & Easy Hand Rolls 🌯
Temaki means “hand roll,” and it’s one of the most fun styles of sushi to make at home. Instead of rolling with a mat, you simply shape the nori into a cone, fill it with rice, fish, and vegetables, and enjoy it by hand. It’s casual, customizable, and perfect for sushi nights with friends or family.
How to Make Temaki:
1. Cut a nori sheet in half.
2. Place a small amount of sushi rice on one side, leaving the edges free.
3. Add your favorite fillings diagonally across the rice (like salmon, avocado, cucumber, or crab).
4. Roll the nori into a cone shape, sealing the edge with a few grains of rice.
5. Serve immediately while the nori is still crisp.
👉 Pro tip: Temaki is best made fresh at the table, so everyone can create their own flavor combinations.
🍣 Question 4:
Which type of sushi is rolled into a cone shape and eaten by hand?
Choose your answer:
1️⃣ Hosomaki
2️⃣ Temaki
3️⃣ Nigiri
Lesson 11:
Sashimi – Pure & Elegant Slices of Fish 🐟
Sashimi isn’t technically sushi (since there’s no rice), but it’s always part of the sushi experience. It’s all about enjoying fresh, high-quality fish sliced into perfect, thin pieces. With the Albino Monkey sashimi knife included in the kit, you can achieve clean, restaurant-style cuts at home.
How to Make Sashimi:
1. Choose fresh, sushi-grade fish such as salmon or tuna.
2. Place the fish on a cutting board and hold it firmly.
3. Using your sashimi knife, slice at a slight angle into thin, even pieces.
4. Arrange beautifully on a plate with wasabi and soy sauce on the side.
👉 Pro tip: Always use long, smooth strokes with your knife instead of sawing back and forth — this gives sashimi its clean edges and professional look.
🍣 Question 5:
Which sushi roll is rolled with the rice on the outside and the nori on the inside?
Choose your answer:
1️⃣ Futomaki
2️⃣ Uramaki
3️⃣ Hosomaki
Lesson 12:
Gunkan – The Battleship Sushi 🚢
Gunkan, also called Gunkanmaki, means “battleship” because of its unique shape. A small oval of rice is wrapped with a strip of nori, leaving space at the top to hold soft or loose toppings like fish roe, sea urchin, or chopped tuna.
How to Make Gunkan:
1. Shape a small oval of sushi rice by hand (or with the Nigiri Maker Tool).
2. Wrap a strip of nori around the sides, letting it rise higher than the rice.
3. Spoon in toppings like salmon roe, spicy tuna, or even avocado mix.
4. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavor and texture.
👉 Pro tip: Use a little rice “glue” to seal the nori strip around the rice. This keeps the Gunkan neat and sturdy.
Lesson 13:
Chirashi – The Colorful Sushi Bowl 🎨
Chirashi means “scattered sushi,” and it’s one of the easiest ways to enjoy sushi flavors at home. Instead of rolling or shaping, you simply serve sushi rice in a bowl and “scatter” a variety of toppings over it. This creates a colorful, customizable, and delicious sushi meal.
How to Make Chirashi:
1. Prepare a bowl of seasoned sushi rice as the base.
2. Add toppings like sliced sashimi, avocado, cucumber, tamago (egg), and vegetables.
3. Garnish with sesame seeds, nori strips, or pickled ginger for extra flavor.
4. Serve with soy sauce or wasabi on the side.
👉 Pro tip: Chirashi is perfect for sharing — let everyone build their own bowl with their favorite toppings.
Lesson 14:
Inari – Sweet & Savory Tofu Pockets 🥢
Inari sushi is one of the easiest and most unique sushi styles. Instead of using seaweed, the rice is wrapped inside a pouch of fried tofu (called Inari-age) that’s been simmered in a sweet and savory sauce. The result is a soft, juicy pocket filled with sushi rice — a delicious option that’s also vegetarian-friendly.
FUN FACT:
Inari is the name of a city in Finnish Lapland!
How to Make Inari:
1. Prepare sushi rice and let it cool slightly.
2. Open the tofu pouches (Inari-age) carefully so they don’t tear.
3. Fill each pouch with sushi rice, pressing gently so they hold their shape.
4. Serve as they are, or garnish with sesame seeds or chopped vegetables on top.
👉 Pro tip: Don’t overfill the tofu pockets — a little space at the top makes them easier to handle and keeps the shape neat.
Great 🚀 We’ve now covered all 10 sushi types (Nigiri, Maki, Hosomaki, Futomaki, Uramaki, Temaki, Sashimi, Gunkan, Chirashi, Inari).
Ready to Make Your Own Sushi at Home? 🍣
Now that you’ve learned about the different kinds of sushi — from simple Nigiri to colorful Chirashi bowls — it’s time to try it yourself! With the Albino Monkey Sushi Making Kit, you get everything you need to roll, slice, and create restaurant-quality sushi in your own kitchen.
👉 Whether you’re a beginner or looking to impress your friends, this all-in-one kit makes sushi nights fun, easy, and delicious.
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🍣 Question 6:
Temaki is a fun style of sushi you can eat by hand. But what makes it different from regular Maki rolls?
Choose your answer:
1️⃣ Temaki is rolled into a cone shape instead of a cylinder.
2️⃣ Temaki uses tofu pockets instead of nori.
3️⃣ Temaki is sliced into small pieces before serving.
Lesson 15:
Bring Sushi Night Home 🍣
You’ve now explored the delicious world of sushi — from simple Nigiri and classic Maki rolls to colorful Futomaki, elegant Sashimi, fun Temaki cones, and even unique styles like Chirashi bowls and Inari pockets. Sushi isn’t just food; it’s a creative experience that brings people together. The best part? You don’t need to be a professional chef to make it at home.
With the Albino Monkey Sushi Making Kit, you get everything you need in one box — bamboo mats, a sushi bazooka, sashimi knife, chopsticks, nigiri maker, avocado slicer, and more. It’s designed for beginners but delivers results that even seasoned sushi lovers will appreciate. Whether you’re planning a fun family night, hosting friends, or just treating yourself, making sushi at home is easier, healthier, and more affordable than going out.
So grab your favorite fresh ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and start creating. Sushi making is about experimenting, having fun, and enjoying the process. And with the right tools, anyone can do it.
🍣 Final Question:
You’ve completed the sushi course! 🎉 One last test:
What is the true foundation of sushi, no matter which style you make?
Choose your answer:
1️⃣ Fresh fish and toppings
2️⃣ Sushi rice (shari) prepared with vinegar, sugar, and salt
3️⃣ The tools like mats, bazookas, and knives
👉 Ready to roll? Get your Albino Monkey Sushi Making Kit here and turn your kitchen into a sushi bar tonight!
Check Your Sushi Knowledge
Here Are the Correct Answers:
Question 1: 2 – Maki Roll! 🎉
Question 2: 3 – Nigiri Maker Tool! 🎉
Question 3: 1 – Hosomaki! 🎉
Question 4: 2 – Temaki! 🎉
Question 5: 2 – Uramaki! 🎉
Question 6: 1 – Temaki is rolled into a cone shape! 🎉
Final Question: 2 – Sushi rice! 🍚
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