Boardwalk Hotel and Casino Commis Chef Biyonce has five years of experience in the kitchen, working across different sections.
Her Signature California Roll highlights clean, fresh ingredients with a focus on balance and precise preparation, reflecting her steady approach to sushi-making.
Sushi rice recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups rice
- 2¼ cups water
- ⅓ cup rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp sugar
Method
- Place rice in a bowl, cover with cold water, and rinse several times until the water runs clear.
- Transfer the rice to a pot with a lid, add water, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes.
Tip: Do not open the lid while cooking. - Season the cooked rice with vinegar and sugar, then allow it to rest for 10 minutes.
California roll
Ingredients
- Nori seaweed sheets (cut in half)
- 1 avocado, sliced into thin strips
- ½ cucumber, julienned
- 80g smoked salmon
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Extras
- Soy sauce
- Wasabi
- Pickled ginger
Method
- Cover a bamboo mat with cling wrap and keep a bowl of water nearby. Wet your hands before handling rice.
- Place nori (shiny side down) on the mat. Spread rice evenly over the sheet and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
- Flip the nori so the rice is facing down and the seaweed is on top.
- Add fillings in the centre.
- Roll tightly using the mat (avoid overfilling).
- Slice into pieces and serve with your extras.
Tips
- Respect the rice, it’s the foundation: Perfect sushi starts with properly washed rice. Rinse until the water runs clear, this is what gives the rice its clean texture and balance once seasoned.
- Don’t overfill the roll: A common mistake is adding too much filling. A good roll is about balance, flavour should complement, not overpower.
- Stay patient with yourself: Not every roll will be perfect the first time, and that’s okay.
