How to Make Nigiri Sushi Like a Pro

Nigiri sushi is the most popular sushi served at sushi restaurants. Chef Andy Matsuda, the founder of Sushi Chef Institute in Los Angeles shows you how to make nigiri sushi with tuna, shrimp, and salmon.

What You Need:
(2) 1/2 Ounce Slices of Cooked Shrimp.
(2) 1/2 Ounce of Sliced Tuna
(2) 1/2 Ounce of Sliced Salmon
Sushi Rice
Wasabi

Step 1: Slice the Fish
Cut two tuna, salmon, and shrimp into1/2 ounce slices.

Step 2: Wet Your Hand
Wet both hand in Su water (water with a dash vinegar) and rub together. This works as a disinfectant.

Step 3: Roll the Rice
Pick up about 3/4 ounce of sushi rice with one hand. Squeeze and roll firmly in your hand until it sticks together.

Step 4: A Dab of Wasabi
Grab the sliced tuna in one hand and put a little wasabi with your index finger.

Step 5: Shape Your Sushi
Place the sushi rice on the wasabi side of the tuna. Holding the sushi in your left hand, press it with two fingers of your right hand. Rotate the sushi and repeat the process.

Step 6: Salmon and Shrimp
Repeat the process for salmon and shrimp.

Step 7: Garnish and Serve
Garnish the sushi and serve.