Kappa Maki (Cucumber Sushi)

Very quick and easy -- since I've lived in Japan I make this almost daily.

• Ready In: 5 mins
• Yields: 3-4 rolls

Ingredients

• 4  cups  cooked sushi rice (I recommend Maki Sushi Rice (Rice Cooker))
• 6 -8  sheets nori
• 1  cucumber (sliced lengthwise)

Directions

1. Lay sheet of nori on bamboo mat.
2. Cover nori with layer of sushi rice, spreading rice about 1/8-1/4 inch thick.
3. Lay long strips of cucumber on center of rice.
4. Roll into long sushi roll using the bamboo mat to aid (it takes a little getting used to, but it's fairly easy).
5. Cut roll into smaller pieces using sharp knife -- serve with soy sauce.