Crafting Love: Easy Vegan Sushi with Carrot Lox for a Perfect Valentine’s Day

Crafting Love: Easy Vegan Sushi with Carrot Lox for a Perfect Valentine’s Day"

*Vegan Plant-Based Sushi with Forage Earth & Ocean Carrot Lox**

**Ingredients:**
- 2 cups sushi rice
- 2 ½ cups water
- 4 oz Forage Earth & Ocean Carrot Lox (from a glass jar)
- 4 sheets nori (seaweed)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cucumber, julienned
- Soy sauce or tamari for dipping
- Pickled ginger (optional)
- Sesame seeds (optional)

**Instructions:**

1. **Cook the Rice:** Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear. In a pot, combine rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 10 minutes.

2. **Season the Rice:** Fluff the rice and let it cool slightly. Optionally, mix in a splash of rice vinegar, a pinch of salt, and a little sugar for extra flavor.

3. **Assemble the Sushi:**
   - Place a bamboo sushi mat on a flat surface and lay a sheet of nori shiny side down.
   - Wet your hands and spread a thin layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving a small border at the top.
   - Layer carrot lox, avocado slices, and cucumber along the bottom edge of the rice.

4. **Roll the Sushi:** Carefully roll the sushi away from you using the bamboo mat, applying gentle pressure to keep it tight. Seal the edge with a little water.

5. **Slice and Serve:** Cut the roll into bite-sized pieces with a sharp knife. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired. Serve with soy sauce and pickled ginger.

Enjoy making this delightful vegan sushi with your special someone this Valentine's Day !