Halloween Sushi Balls Festive (Printable Version)
Spooky sushi balls filled and topped with festive ingredients, ideal for Halloween parties or themed celebrations.
# What You'll Need:
→ Sushi Rice
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2 cups short-grain white sushi rice
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2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
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1 tablespoon granulated sugar
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1/2 teaspoon fine salt
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1 to 2 tablespoons roasted sesame seeds (optional)
→ Base
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Thinly sliced smoked salmon
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Thinly sliced avocado
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Thinly sliced Japanese pickled daikon
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Thinly sliced radish
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Roasted nori seaweed, cut into rounds (optional)
→ Topping and Decoration
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Shredded carrot
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Shredded kale
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Shredded cucumber
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Imitation crab meat
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Roasted black sesame seeds
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Edible candy eyeballs
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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In a small bowl, combine the rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar with the sugar and salt, stirring until dissolved. Set aside.
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Rinse the short-grain rice under cold running water, swirling and draining multiple times until the water runs clear. Drain thoroughly.
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If using a rice cooker, add 2 cups water to the washed rice and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions. For stovetop, place rice with 2 1/2 cups water in a pot, bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stir once, cover, reduce to low, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed.
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Remove the cooked rice from heat and let it rest covered for 5 minutes to finish steaming.
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Transfer hot rice to a large bowl and gently fluff with a fork. Gradually drizzle the vinegar mixture over the rice, mixing with a spatula to avoid mashing the grains. Cover bowl with a paper towel and let rice cool to just above room temperature.
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If desired, gently fold in roasted sesame seeds once rice has cooled slightly.
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Lay a slice of smoked salmon, avocado, pickled daikon, or radish on a piece of plastic wrap. Place a scoop of cooled sushi rice (about 2 tablespoons) atop the base ingredient.
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Gather the plastic wrap around the rice and twist to form a compact ball, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Be gentle not to crush the rice. Repeat to make around 20 balls.
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Spread shredded carrot, kale, cucumber, imitation crab, or roasted black sesame seeds on a plate. Gently roll or press each sushi ball in the toppings for decoration.
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Affix edible eyeballs to the decorated sushi balls to create a monster-themed presentation.
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Arrange finished sushi balls on a platter. Serve with soy sauce, wasabi paste, and pickled ginger for dipping.
# Additional Notes:
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Ensure rice is slightly warm but not hot before shaping for best texture and handling.