Vegetarian Sushi Roll

Instructions

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   1. Wash the brown rice thoroughly and drain well. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the rice with water.

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   2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until all water is absorbed, about 45 minutes.

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   3. Stir the rice vinegar and sugar into the hot cooked rice. Let cool.

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   4. Slice the carrot and cucumber lengthwise into 8 thin strips each. Remove and discard the seeds from the cucumber strips.

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   5. Halve the avocado, remove the pit and skin, then cut each half into 8 slices.

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   6. Lay a nori sheet flat in front of you. Spread the rice evenly over the bottom two-thirds of the sheet.

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   7. Arrange a line of spinach leaves (or sprouts) along the bottom edge of the rice.

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   8. Layer 2 cucumber strips, 2 carrot strips, and 4 avocado slices on top of the greens.

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   9. Wet the top edge of the nori sheet lightly.

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    10. Roll the sheet tightly from the bottom upward, pressing the wet edge to secure.

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    11. Repeat steps 6-10 with each remaining nori sheet.

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    12. Cut all rolls into thick pieces using a sharp knife. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.

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    13. Serve with soy sauce for dipping.