kosher for pesach sushi recipe
"Kosher for Passover Sushi" reinvents the classic Japanese dish with holiday-approved ingredients. Using cauliflower rice instead of regular rice and cucumber ribbons/egg crepes instead of nori, this creative recipe keeps all the fun of sushi while staying strictly kosher for Passover. Fill with smoked salmon, avocado, or grilled chicken for protein, and serve with horseradish "wasabi" or charoset dip. Perfect for lightening up your seder menu or as an interactive family cooking activity! Includes pro tips for rolling tight, slicing clean, and keeping flavors fresh.
Ingredients
- 1 medium cauliflower (riced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar (for tang)
- Cucumber, avocado, smoked salmon (or preferred fillings)
- Egg crepes or cucumber ribbons (for wrapping)
Instructions
Prepare the "Rice"
- Pulse cauliflower in a food processor until rice-like.Sauté in olive oil for 3-4 minutes, then mix in salt and vinegar. Let cool.
Assemble the Sushi
- Lay out your wrapper (cucumber ribbon, egg crepe, or lettuce).Spread a thin layer of cauliflower rice.Add fillings in a line (salmon, avocado, etc.).
Roll It Up
- Gently roll tightly, using a bamboo mat if needed.Slice into bite-sized pieces.
Serve with Dipping Sauces
- Horseradish for spice.Charoset for sweetness.Lemon-olive oil drizzle for freshness.
Notes
Essential Recipe Notes for Kosher Passover Sushi
1. Ingredient Certification Reminders
- Cauliflower: Check for bug infestation (common Passover concern)
- Processed Fish: Smoked salmon needs reliable Passover hechsher
- Vinegar: Must be certified kosher-for-Passover (apple cider vinegar is safest)
2. Texture Troubleshooting
- Too crumbly? Add 1/2 tsp potato starch to cauliflower rice
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Wrappers tearing?
- Cucumber: Cut thicker ribbons (1/8")
- Egg crepes: Use 2 eggs + 1 tsp water for flexibility
3. Make-Ahead Guide
✅ Do Ahead (24 hrs):- Riced cauliflower (store raw in fridge)
- Roasted vegetable fillings
- Egg crepes (layer with parchment paper)
- Avocado slicing (to prevent browning)
- Final assembly (to avoid sogginess)
4. Customization Chart
| Dietary Need | Adaptation |
|---|---|
| Gebrochts | Skip egg crepes → use lettuce wraps |
| Nut-Free | Replace almond flour (in some recipes) with potato starch |
| Vegetarian | Use grilled eggplant "unagi" style |
5. Seder Plate Connection
- Charoset Dip: Blend with horseradish for symbolic sweet/spicy sauce
- Karpas: Use cucumber wrapper as green vegetable portion
6. Reheating Warning⚠️ Never microwave – revives best in toaster oven (3 mins @ 300°F) for crispy wrappers Pro Tip: Place finished rolls on a bed of romaine (symbolic bitter herb) for an instant seder plate presentation!