California Roll

1. 1

   Cut nori sheet in half and place it on bamboo mat, shiny side down.

2. 2

   Dampen your fingers in water.

3. 3

   Spread a thin layer of sushi rice over the seaweed, do not cover completely.

4. 4

   Leave a 1-inch margin at the ends uncovered to seal the roll.

5. 5

   Lay crabmeat, avocado and cucumber lengthwise.

6. 6

   Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

7. 7

   To roll; slowly fold the end of the mat closest to you over the filling and tuck it in.

8. 8

   Use medium pressure to create a compact tube.

9. 9

   Remove the mat from around the roll, press in the loose ends and place it on a cutting board, seam side down.

10. 10

    Using a wet, sharp knife, slice the roll in half then into 6 equal pieces.

11. 11

    Serve with wasabi, soy sauce and pickled ginger.

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