Sakura Sushi Roll with Citrus Soy Glaze

Ingredients

• 2 cups sushi rice, cooked and seasoned
• 4 sheets nori
• 1 cup sliced avocado
• 1 cup sliced cucumber
• 8 ounces fresh tuna, thinly sliced
• 1 cup pickled sakura (cherry blossoms), rinsed

• 1 cup soy sauce
• 1 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Method

1. 01
   Begin by preparing the sushi rice according to the package instructions. Once cooked, season with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Allow it to cool to room temperature.
2. 02
   Lay a bamboo sushi mat on a clean surface and place a nori sheet on top, shiny side down.
3. 03
   Spread an even layer of seasoned sushi rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top edge.
4. 04
   Arrange the sliced avocado, cucumber, and tuna along the bottom edge of the rice.
5. 05
   Gently roll the sushi using the bamboo mat, applying even pressure to form a tight roll. Seal the edge with a little water if necessary.
6. 06
   Repeat the rolling process for the remaining ingredients.
7. 07
   For the glaze, combine soy sauce, orange juice, honey, ginger, and lemon zest in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and let it cool.
8. 08
   Using a sharp knife, cut each sushi roll into 8 pieces. Arrange them on a serving platter.
9. 09
   Drizzle the citrus soy glaze over the sushi rolls and garnish with pickled sakura.
10. 10
    Serve immediately and enjoy the fusion of flavors.