California Roll

Directions

1. 1
   Cut nori sheet in half and place it on bamboo mat, shiny side down.
2. 2
   Dampen your fingers in water.
3. 3
   Spread a thin layer of sushi rice over the seaweed, do not cover completely.
4. 4
   Leave a 1-inch margin at the ends uncovered to seal the roll.
5. 5
   Lay crabmeat, avocado and cucumber lengthwise.
6. 6
   Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
7. 7
   To roll; slowly fold the end of the mat closest to you over the filling and tuck it in.
8. 8
   Use medium pressure to create a compact tube.
9. 9
   Remove the mat from around the roll, press in the loose ends and place it on a cutting board, seam side down.
10. 10
    Using a wet, sharp knife, slice the roll in half then into 6 equal pieces.
11. 11
    Serve with wasabi, soy sauce and pickled ginger.