Sushi rolls can be filled with any ingredients you choose. Try smoked salmon instead of imitation crabmeat. Serve with teriyaki sauce and wasabi.
If you do not have a bamboo sushi mat, the easiest way to roll sushi is with a clean dish towel.
Sushi rolls, or maki sushi, evolved in Japan during the Edo period (1603-1868), refining traditional fish preservation techniques into a fresh, rolled format. This style became popular in the 19th century and spread globally.
Modern variations, such as those with imitation crabmeat, avocado, and cucumber, mix traditional sushi with contemporary flavors, reflecting a blend of classic and new ingredients enjoyed worldwide.