Easy Sushi Sandwiches

Instructions

• In a bowl, add the sugar, salt, and vinegar, and stir to combine. Microwave for 2 minutes, or until the sugar has dissolved.
• Transfer the rice onto a serving bowl and pour the vinegar mixture over the rice.
• Using a spatula fold in the vinegar into the rice. Have another person fan the rice while mixing to get it down to room temperature.
• Lay 4 sheets of nori onto two sheet pans. Spread half the rice mixture onto the nori on one sheet pan in an even layer. Repeat with the remaining sheet pan.
• Refrigerate uncovered for 30 minutes to an hour.
• In a bowl, whisk the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and egg until smooth.
• Slowly add the ice water in a steady stream whisking until just mixed.
• Dip the shrimp in the batter until fully coated.
• Heat a large pot of oil to 350˚F (180˚C).
• Add shrimp to the pot and fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Transfer the shrimp to a wire rack to drain. Repeat with remaining shrimp.
• Once cool, season the shrimp with salt to taste.
• Remove the sheet pans with rice from the refrigerator. Place the first sheet of nori and rice onto a cutting board.
• Mentally divide the rice sheet into fourths. On one fourth, place a layer of cucumber, a layer of avocado, and top with the crab.
• On another fourth, place the sliced avocado and top with the shrimp tempura.
• On another fourth, spread a layer of the cream cheese, then top with smoked salmon and a layer of avocado.
• On the last fourth add a layer of cucumber and avocado.
• Gently invert the other sheet tray with rice onto the sheet tray with toppings, so that the edges are even.
• Cut the sushi into 16 even squares.
• Serve with teriyaki sauce, spicy mayonnaise, and soy sauce.
• Enjoy!