Smoked Salmon Rolls
Smoked salmon rolls are an elegant Japanese-inspired starter made with sushi rice, smoked salmon and a creamy mascarpone filling. The Thermomix cooks the rice to the exact sticky consistency and blends the vinegar dressing evenly. Finished with toasted sesame seeds, soy sauce and a hint of wasabi, they bring restaurant-quality sushi to your home kitchen.
About this recipe
Smoked salmon rolls Thermomix TM7 are the perfect elegant starter for anyone searching for easy Japanese-inspired recipes with an all-in-one kitchen machine. This recipe turns sushi rice, rice vinegar and caster sugar into beautifully seasoned rice, while smoked salmon wraps around a creamy mascarpone centre for a fusion between classic sushi and a festive canapé. The TM7 takes care of the trickiest parts: it weighs the rice and water ratio directly in the mixing bowl, heats the vinegar dressing without curdling, and grinds the toasted sesame seeds fresh so their nutty aroma lifts every bite. Served with soy sauce and a whisper of wasabi paste, these rolls work brilliantly as a dinner-party starter, a luxurious weekend lunch or part of a New Year's buffet. Unlike traditional sushi-making, there is no bamboo mat required and no guesswork about rice texture, making this an accessible recipe for beginners who still want an impressive result on the plate.
Preparation tips
- Rinse the sushi rice thoroughly in cold water before cooking until the water runs almost clear; this removes excess starch and gives the smoked salmon rolls a glossy, tender grain rather than a gluey texture.
- Spread the seasoned rice in a thin layer on a tray and let it cool to room temperature before assembling; warm rice would soften the smoked salmon and melt the mascarpone filling during rolling.
- For a neat presentation, moisten a sharp knife with water between each cut and wipe the blade clean, so the smoked salmon rolls keep sharp edges and the sesame seeds stay evenly distributed.
- Chill the assembled rolls for a short while before slicing so the mascarpone firms up slightly, which makes clean portions that hold their shape beautifully on the platter.
Recipe variations
- Vegetarian variation: replace the smoked salmon with thin strips of grilled courgette or roasted red pepper and add a spoon of wasabi to the mascarpone; the sesame seeds and sushi rice keep the recognisable roll structure completely intact.
- Festive variation: add thin slivers of avocado and a dab of wasabi paste inside each roll, then finish with a mix of black and white toasted sesame seeds and a small spoon of salmon roe for a luxurious party canapé.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Weighing accuracy - The Thermomix weighs sushi rice and water directly in the bowl for flawless grain texture every time. [Weighing]. [Time Savings]
- Heating control - The TM7 warms the rice vinegar and caster sugar dressing gently until the sugar fully dissolves. [Heating]. [Precision Control]
- Fresh grinding - The Thermomix grinds toasted sesame seeds coarse or fine, releasing nutty aroma just before serving. [Grinding]. [Multi-Function]
- Creamy whipping - The TM7 whips mascarpone with a pinch of sea salt into a silky filling for the rolls. [Whipping]. [Multi-Function]
- Steaming option - The Varoma of the Thermomix steams the rice gently, preserving its natural flavour and nutrients. [Steaming]. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- water
- sushi rice
- rice vinegar
- caster sugar
- fine sea salt
- soy sauce
- wasabi paste
- toasted sesame seeds
- mascarpone cheese
- avocado