If you’re looking for an easy vegan sushi recipe try this Avocado Roll, also known as uramaki or inside-out rolls. It’s filled with creamy avocado, seasoned sushi rice, crushed sesame seeds, and nori seaweed, it’s sure to be enjoyed by all.
🥑 Craving The Best Avocado Roll
I’m excited to share the most delicious avocado rolls you will ever make. Sushi was a big part of my life growing up, and I was lucky to be surrounded by it at large family gatherings. In addition I have practiced my sushi-making skills for over 3 years by working on my family’s Japanese food truck.
During the summer months, we would attend festivals and I would roll hundreds of orders daily! 😂 Making and eating sushi has been a passion of mine since I was a kid and it brings me so much joy.
If you want more vegan sushi inspiration check out my Spicy Tofu Crunch Roll, Vegan California Roll, and Vegan Futomaki Roll.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Cost-Friendly – Making avocado sushi rolls at home saves money compared to eating out, especially for big groups.
- Fun Activity – Rolling sushi is fun for everyone, whether with friends, family, or alone. It’s a great way to enjoy cooking and connect with others.
- Feel Proud – Learning to roll sushi at home is incredibly rewarding. Practice makes perfect and soon, you’ll be a sushi-making pro.
Ingredient Notes
This avocado sushi recipe is straightforward and requires only 4 ingredients. Please refer to the recipe card for exact amounts.
- Seasoned Sushi Rice – Refer to this blog post’s instructions on How To Make Sushi Rice (Stovetop or Rice Cooker).
- Avocados – Creamy, buttery avocado is the star ingredient of this roll. Choose ripe avocados for the best texture.
- Nori Sheets – You can easily find dried and roasted nori seaweed sheets at Asian grocery stores or the international aisle.
- Sesame Seeds, I like to mix 3/4 white and 1/4 black store-bought roasted sesame seeds to get a pretty look. It adds a nutty, toasty flavour and texture to your rolls.
Equipment
Bamboo Rolling Mat – Necessary for forming sushi rolls tightly and evenly.
Sesame Seed Grinder – Zojirushi CB-AA10 crushes sesame seeds into perfect consistency for added flavour.
Sharp Knife – Crucial for clean and precise cuts through the sushi roll.
Alternative Ways To Crush Sesame Seeds
If you don’t have a sesame grinder, here are 3 other ways to crush sesame seeds. You could use a mortar and pestle, a spice grinder, or try this handy trick using the plastic bag method below:
- Put sesame seeds in a resealable plastic bag and seal it.
- Lay the bag flat on a stable surface.
- Crush the seeds inside the bag using a rolling pin or heavy object until they smell fragrant. Now it’s ready to use.
Now, you might be wondering if crushing sesame seeds is necessary. I say yes! Crushing sesame seeds unlocks their nutty flavour and adds texture to your sushi, so don’t skip this step! 😉
🔪 How To Cut Avocado For Sushi?
Are you tired of avocado mishaps? Learn my simple, no-fuss cutting method that I rely on daily! 🥑
Start by slicing it lengthwise, rotating around the seed. Next, rotate the avocado 90 degrees and do the same thing. Check out my recipe video below to see this tutorial in action.
Now that the avocado has been cut into four sections twist them in opposite directions to separate them. Remove the seed and carefully peel the skin from each quarter before slicing.
How To Make It
1. Begin by making a batch of seasoned sushi rice. Let it cool to room temperature before starting the avocado sushi rolls.
2. Cover the bamboo mat with plastic wrap to make cleanup easier and prevent rice from sticking. Using scissors, cut a full-size nori sheet in half to create two half sheets.
3. Place half a nori sheet horizontally on the bamboo mat, rough side up. Wet your hands to prevent the rice from sticking. Spread 1/2 – 3/4 cup sushi rice thinly over the nori, leaving 1/2 inch bare at the top.
4. Flip the nori sheet over so the rice faces down and the bare top part is now at the bottom. Add the avocado slices in the centre.
5. To roll the sushi:
- Lift the edge of the nori closest to you and tuck the bare flap of the nori inside the roll.
- Roll until you’ve completed the roll.
- Using the mat, give a firm hug/squeeze the roll with both hands. Repeat to shape the roll further.
6. Sprinkle with crushed sesame seeds then slice the roll into six pieces with a wet knife in one swift motion. (Before each cut, dip the blade in water to keep it wet, and wipe it clean after each slice).
👩🏻🍳 Jazz’s Tips
- Use ripe avocados. For the best buttery flavour. They should yield to gentle pressure when squeezed. Unripe ones taste bland and have a firm, undesirable texture.
- To avoid rice sticking to your hands. Wet fingers by dipping them in a small bowl of water before handling sushi rice.
- Evenly distribute rice. Spread the rice evenly across the entire nori sheet so your sushi roll has a uniform appearance.
- Evenly cut sushi. Using a ruler can help cut the rolls into consistent sizes for serving.
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy your avocado sushi rolls with soy sauce for dipping or a dollop of vegan spicy mayo. And don’t forget the classic sushi sides, wasabi and pickled ginger – for that restaurant sushi experience!
To eat sushi with wasabi, mix a small amount of wasabi into your soy sauce dish or apply a dab of wasabi directly onto the sushi before dipping it into soy sauce. Adjust the amount of wasabi to suit your preference for spiciness.
Variations
If you’re eager to play around with this avocado roll recipe. Check out my favourite combinations below:
A.A.C. Roll – A delicious filling of avocado, asparagus, and cucumber. I like to blanch the asparagus for the best flavour.
Avocado Shiitake Roll – Add my marinaded, simmered shiitake mushrooms for added umami flavour.
Avocado Sweet Potato Roll – Features a fun hack incorporating baked frozen sweet potato fries, creating a satisfying roll that perfectly complements the creamy avocado.
Mango Avocado Roll – Buttery avocado paired with fresh, sweet mango for a tropical spin.
Avocado and Tofu Roll – Try avocado paired with teriyaki tofu strips like in this Tofu Crunch Roll.
How To Store
Enjoy avocado rolls immediately, as the avocado will brown upon exposure to air but brown avocado is still safe to eat. If you have any leftovers, wrap them well in plastic wrap or put them in an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
When your avocado is ripe, it should yield slightly when gently squeezed without feeling too soft. Additionally, look for darkened skin and a slight softness near the stem.
To prevent avocados from browning in sushi, especially when making these rolls ahead of time, lightly brush them with lemon or vinegar before rolling. Use ripe avocados, but not overly soft ones, as overripe ones will brown faster.
Yes, avocado rolls are gluten-free. However avoid dipping them in traditional soy sauce which contains wheat. Instead, use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce. The main ingredients such as avocado, rice, and nori (seaweed) are naturally gluten-free.
⭐️ MORE VEGAN SUSHI RECIPES
- Spicy Tofu Crunch Roll w/Teriyaki Sauce
- Kappa Maki (Cucumber Sushi Roll)
- Vegan Futomaki Roll (Maki Sushi)
- Vegan California Roll
DID YOU MAKE THIS AVOCADO ROLL?
If you made this recipe, please leave a comment or star rating ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ below. Your feedback is appreciated!
Avocado Sushi Roll
Equipment
- Bamboo Rolling Mat
- Sesame Seed Grinder
- Sharp Knife
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked/seasoned sushi rice
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 nori seaweed sheets (full size)
- roasted sesame seeds (crushed)
Instructions
- Start by making a batch of seasoned sushi rice. You'll only need about half of this batch for the avocado sushi rolls. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature before beginning.
Cut The Avocado Into Slices:
- Start by slicing it lengthwise, rotating around the seed. Next, rotate the avocado 90 degrees and do the same thing. Check out my recipe video below to see this tutorial in action.
- Now that the avocado has been cut into four sections twist them in opposite directions to separate them. Remove the seed and carefully peel the skin from each quarter before slicing it into pieces about 1/2 inch thick.
Make The Avocado Roll:
- Cover the bamboo mat with plastic wrap to make cleanup easier and prevent rice from sticking. Cut a full size nori sheet in half using scissors to create two half sheets.
- Place half a nori sheet horizontally on the bamboo mat, rough side up. Wet your hands to prevent the rice from sticking. Spread 1/2 – 3/4 cup sushi rice thinly over the nori, leaving 1/2 inch bare at the top.
- Flip the nori sheet over so the rice faces down and the bare top part is now at the bottom. Arrange two layers of avocado slices in the centre.
- To roll the sushi. Lift the edge of the nori closest to you and tuck the bare flap of the nori inside the roll.
- Roll until you've completed the roll.
- Using the mat, give a firm hug with both hands to compress/squeeze the rice to ensure it holds firmly together. Repeat this step to shape the roll further.
- Sprinkle with crushed sesame seeds, then slice the roll into six pieces with a wet knife in one swift motion. Keep the blade wet by dipping it in water before each cut, and wipe it clean after each slice.
- Serve with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger (optional).
Video
Notes
- Crushed sesame seeds add flavour. No sesame grinder? Please scroll up to read my plastic bag method for crushing sesame seeds.
- Use ripe avocados. For the best buttery flavour. They should yield slightly to gentle pressure when squeezed. Unripe ones taste bland and will have a firm, undesirable texture.
- To avoid rice sticking to your hands. Wet fingers by dipping them in a small bowl of water before handling sushi rice.
- Evenly distribute rice. Spread the rice evenly across the entire nori sheet so your sushi roll has a uniform appearance.
- Evenly cut sushi. Using a ruler can help cut the rolls into consistent sizes for serving.
Delicious and ezpz! I’ve always sucked at cutting avocados so these tips have been a life saver. So much easier and safer too! Thank you!