Philadelphia roll at home recipe

2 servings

30 minutes

The 'Philadelphia' roll embodies the harmony of Japanese technique and American taste. Its history traces back to the USA, where sushi culture adapted to local preferences. The main feature is the delicate combination of cream cheese, fresh salmon, and avocado, creating a velvety flavor with light notes of ocean freshness. Cucumber adds a crunchy texture, while rice and nori form the classic sushi shape. This roll is popular for its softness and rich flavor profile. It is served with soy sauce and wasabi to enhance the taste. It's easy to prepare at home and perfect for a cozy dinner or party. Each portion is a small delight that reveals all the charm of sushi without excessive exoticism.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 696.6
• Proteins: 26.6g
• Fats: 17.5g
• Carbohydrates: 122.6g

Ingredients

• Salmon: 120 g
• Cucumbers: 1 pc
• Avocado: 50 g
• Cream cheese: 30 g
• Rice: 300 g
• Dry seaweed nori: 1 pc
• Soy sauce: to taste
• Wasabi: to taste

Cooking steps

1. To prepare Philadelphia rolls, you will need: sushi rice (cooked in advance), nori seaweed, cream cheese (Philadelphia or other), fresh salmon, avocado, fresh cucumber.

   Required ingredients:

   • Rice: 300 g
   • Dry seaweed nori: 1 piece
   • Cream cheese: 30 g
   • Salmon: 120 g
   • Avocado: 50 g
   • Cucumbers: 1 piece

2. Peel the cucumber and cut it into long strips.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumbers: 1 piece

3. Peel the avocado.

   Required ingredients:

   • Avocado: 50 g

4. Cut the avocado in the same way as the cucumber.

   Required ingredients:

   • Avocado: 50 g

5. Cut a small piece from the fish steak. With a sharp knife (the knife for cutting all ingredients for rolls must be sharp), cut the skin at a 15-degree angle to get a perfect fish fillet. Check for bones.

6. Slice the salmon.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salmon: 120 g

7. Cover the mat with food film. Place half a sheet of nori on top.

8. Spread rice (140-170 g) over the surface with wet hands. Ensure there are no empty spots.

   Required ingredients:

   • Rice: 300 g

9. Flip the nori sheet. Place cheese, avocado, and cucumber.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cream cheese: 30 g
   • Avocado: 50 g
   • Cucumbers: 1 piece

10. Fold the mat and form a roll, pressing the filling evenly and gently tapping the sides.

11. Place the salmon on top.

    Required ingredients:

    • Salmon: 120 g

12. Moisten the knife with water beforehand and cut the rolls into portion-sized pieces.

13. Cover with a mat on top and press down slightly again.

14. Place the 'Philadelphia' rolls on a plate.

15. Serve the 'Philadelphia' rolls with wasabi and soy sauce.

    Required ingredients:

    • Soy sauce:  to taste
    • Wasabi:  to taste

16. Enjoy your meal!