Secrets Of Sushi - Nigiri

Step 1: A sharp knife

Sushi knives can cost hundreds of pounds, but at very least you need to make sure your blade is sharp enough to cut cleanly through fish without tearing.

Step 2: Sticky rice

dip your fingers briefly in a bowl of water to stop the rice from sticking to your hand. They only need to be damp, not wet, so shake off as much excess water as possible.

Step 3: Shape the rice

Shape the rice into balls, and then square it off with your fingers.

Step 4: Salmon

Cut the fish to 4 finger widths by 1-and-a-half finger width. This is the ideal size to drape over your rice.