Save to Pinterest Whimsical sushi boats crafted with fresh fish, sushi rice, and crisp vegetables, perfect for a playful appetizer or party platter.
I enjoy making these sushi sailboats for gatherings as they are fun to assemble and always a hit with guests
Ingredients
- Sushi Rice: 1 cup sushi rice, 1 1/4 cups water, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sugar, 1/2 tsp salt
- Fillings & Toppings: 100 g fresh sushi-grade salmon thinly sliced, 100 g fresh sushi-grade tuna thinly sliced, 1/2 avocado thinly sliced, 1/2 cucumber seeds removed thinly sliced, 4 sheets nori (seaweed) cut in half, 2 tbsp black sesame seeds
- Garnishes & Sail Materials: 8 thin slices daikon radish or carrot (for sails), 8 small bamboo skewers or toothpicks, 1 tbsp pickled ginger, 1 tbsp wasabi, 2 tbsp soy sauce (gluten-free if needed)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine rice and water in a pot bring to a boil then reduce heat cover and simmer for 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 10 minutes.
- Step 2:
- In a small bowl mix rice vinegar sugar and salt until dissolved. Gently fold into the cooked rice. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.
- Step 3:
- Lay a half-sheet of nori shiny side down. With wet hands shape a small log (about 2 tbsp) of sushi rice and place it lengthwise on the nori.
- Step 4:
- Top each rice log with slices of salmon tuna avocado and cucumber as desired. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Step 5:
- Roll the nori around the rice and toppings leaving the top open to resemble a boat.
- Step 6:
- To make sails thread a daikon or carrot slice onto a bamboo skewer or toothpick and insert upright into each sushi boat.
- Step 7:
- Arrange sushi sailboats on a platter. Garnish with pickled ginger and serve with wasabi and soy sauce on the side.
Save to Pinterest Making sushi sailboats has become a fun family tradition especially during celebrations and weekend get-togethers
Required Tools
Rice cooker or pot with lid Sharp knife Bamboo skewers or toothpicks Rolling mat (optional)
Allergen Information
Contains fish (salmon tuna) and soy (soy sauce) Some ingredients may contain sesame Check all labels for gluten if required
Nutritional Information (per boat)
Calories 105 Total Fat 2.5 g Carbohydrates 16 g Protein 5 g
Save to Pinterest These sushi sailboats add a whimsical touch to any meal and are sure to impress your guests every time
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I cook sushi rice properly?
Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until clear, then boil with water and simmer covered for 18 minutes. Let stand covered for 10 minutes to finish cooking and absorb moisture fully.
- → Can I make these sailboats gluten-free?
Yes, by using gluten-free soy sauce and ensuring all other ingredients are naturally gluten-free, these sailboats suit gluten-free diets.
- → What alternatives work for the fish fillings?
For pescatarian variations, substitute salmon and tuna with avocado, mango, or marinated tofu to keep vibrant flavors and textures.
- → What is the purpose of the daikon or carrot slices?
The thin daikon or carrot slices act as sails when threaded on bamboo skewers, adding a whimsical and decorative element to the sushi boats.
- → How should these be served to guests?
Arrange the sushi sailboats on a platter accompanied by pickled ginger, wasabi, and soy sauce for dipping, encouraging interactive and flavorful bites.