Course Title: Sushi Mastery: Learn How to Cook Authentic Sushi at Home

Course Description:

This course will guide you through the art of making authentic sushi from scratch. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience in the kitchen, you'll learn essential skills, including selecting the freshest ingredients, mastering sushi rice, and creating a variety of sushi rolls and nigiri. By the end of this course, you'll be able to impress your friends and family with your own sushi creations.

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Sushi

1. Overview of Sushi: History and Types
2. Essential Tools and Ingredients
3. Kitchen Setup for Sushi Making

Module 2: Mastering Sushi Rice

1. Selecting the Right Rice
2. Washing and Cooking Sushi Rice
3. Seasoning Rice with Vinegar, Sugar, and Salt
4. Storing and Handling Sushi Rice

Module 3: Preparing Sushi Ingredients

1. Choosing Fresh Fish and Seafood
2. Cutting Techniques for Fish (Sashimi Cuts)
3. Preparing Vegetables and Other Fillings
4. Making Tamago (Japanese Omelette) for Sushi

Module 4: Basic Sushi Rolls (Makizushi)

1. Rolling Techniques: Hosomaki (Thin Rolls) and Futomaki (Thick Rolls)
2. Common Fillings: Tuna, Salmon, Avocado, Cucumber, and More
3. Inside-Out Rolls (Uramaki) like California and Philadelphia Rolls

Module 5: Advanced Sushi Rolls

1. Specialty Rolls: Dragon Roll, Rainbow Roll, and Spider Roll
2. Creative Plating and Presentation Techniques
3. Using Different Wrappers: Nori, Soy Paper, and Cucumber

Module 6: Nigiri and Sashimi

1. Crafting Nigiri: Shaping Rice and Placing Fish
2. Common Nigiri Toppings: Tuna, Salmon, Shrimp, and Eel
3. Sashimi Presentation and Garnishes

Module 7: Sauces and Condiments

1. Making Sushi Sauces: Spicy Mayo, Eel Sauce, and Ponzu
2. Pairing Sushi with Soy Sauce, Wasabi, and Pickled Ginger

Module 8: Serving and Etiquette

1. Proper Sushi Etiquette: Eating and Serving
2. Pairing Sushi with Drinks: Sake, Tea, and More
3. Storing Leftovers Safely

Module 9: Sushi Troubleshooting and Tips

1. Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
2. Customizing Sushi to Your Taste
3. Tips for Preparing Sushi for Parties and Events

Course Features:

1. Video Tutorials and Step-by-Step Instructions
2. Printable Recipe Cards and Shopping Lists
3. Quizzes and Assignments for Practice
4. Access to a Community Forum for Sharing Tips and Ideas
5. Certificate of Completion