This month's Daring Cooks challenge was to make Sushi. I was a little weary of this. Okay a bit more than a little. And I almost forgot about the challenge! Honestly, I didn't mean to - the month just got away from me - sprinted in fact. But because Audax and Rose were hosting, I knew I couldn't miss it! Audax is super-ambitious in all Daring Challenges. He makes a billion variations of each type - and becomes an expert in the process. And Rose is so sweet! Always egging people on, and displaying her gorgeous photos =D. Obviously, I cared. Plus, I've participated in every Daring Cooks challenge ever so I couldn't stop now.
The November 2009 Daring Cooks challenge was brought to you by Audax Artifex and Rose of The Bite Me Kitchen. They chose sushi as the challenge.
Onto the pictures!
Draining the rice. For the 5th time. You are so jealous.
Okay! Now we're having fun. I'm already dreaming up the parties. Maybe a movie while the rice cooks, and then when its over, we'll all race into the kitchen, pull out the cutting boards and get chopping. Then, everyone will watch in amazement as I roll up the sushi. And then they'll all try, and inevitably one of theirs will be worlds better than mine. That's half the fun though, right?
Oh, and incase you were wondering, that is red pepper and cucumber filling.
Its a dragon roll! Are you running for cover?
I'm seeing the Joker. 2 cucumbers = eyes. Red pepper = mouth.
You see it too? No? Okay, onto the next one!
Nigiri I think. Known to me as Rice + Topping.
My favourite. The one with all the flavours of course!
Lets see... starting at the top, we've got avocado, red pepper, asparagus, cucumber, and more avocado!
Yipee! It worked! It looks good. And tastes even better!
See? Yum.
This was wonderful! I learned so so very much, and dare I say...
I liked it.
Thanks again to Audax and Rose! Naturally gluten free challenges are the best! To those who haven't tried - please do! This actually made me like sushi. I've been running for years. Not that dramatic, but still... Try it!! The recipe can be found on Audax's site or at the Daring Kitchen!
I'm thinking I'll have to try out some more flavours in the nearer than you think future...
xoxo
Lauren
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48 comments:
I`m happy you liked it. I liked your post and adore the pictures.
You did an excellent job on this challenge! Glad you gave it a try. It seems a great fit for you.
great job with the sushi rolls! I'm so jealous of your spiral roll, it looks perfect!!
Your sushi looks great
SO glad you revisited sushi after your first experience - looks fabulous!!
Nice job Lauren, and glad you actually liked the sushi! Your spiral roll is so pretty too!
My sushi rolling skills were not quite as advanced as yours! hahaha Excellent job my dear!
I enjoyed reading your blog, was smiling all through out. I've always wanted to make a sushi party, just couldn't find the right time. That's nice that you gave sushi another chance. I like your step by step pic of the spiral rolls, self explainatory!
You did wonderfully Lauren! And, I can totally see the Joker. :) I had to quit the Daring Cooks because I have a hard time to completing both challenges each month. I can't wait to continue to see them through your eyes though!
Outstanding Lauren! I knew you'd rock this challenge :) I can't believe they gave you sushi in school! I can only imagine the horror :P Beautiful job, your decorative rolls look perfect! Thanks for the kind words, it means a lot! Have a great weekend.
Oooh, asparagus! I wish I had thought of that. I'm so glad you decided that you like sushi now... I remember really clearly when I went from hating it to loving it, and I've never looked back :) Hope you enjoy your future sushi adventures as much as this one!
Oh a sushi party sounds great! Nice looking sushi!!
Oh, you have made me want sushi. Except, I probably won't make my own. It seems like it takes too much work!
I did see the Joker! Took me standing on my head.. just kidding. Great job.
Great job, lauren! I would love to be at one of your sushi parties, heehee ;)
Lauren, congrats on overcoming your sushi-phobia. Your sushi is a fine example that sushi does not mean it's raw fish. It all looks delicious. :-)
Good job Lauren, I am very impressed by your challenge. I wonder what we'll be doing next!?
Hi Lauren - wonderful sushi post!! Saw the joker :)
They look great! glad you liked sushi! It's my fav. and I see the eyes and mouth..hehe
Lovely job. The dragon rolls are especially cute.
Thanks for popping by my blog too!
That dragon roll looks awesome! I love sushi!
Great job! I was new to sushi before this too but I love it
Wow I love how you love sushi now and your rolls are wonderful. And I'm *blushing* about your kind words in your post above. I think I like the spiral roll the most but the dragon isn't too far behind. And you made vegan version of everything so cool and I know they taste just as good as the more traditional versions. Well done - and your rice looks perfect.
I'm so happy you are enjoying the DC challenges. Cheers from Audax in Australia.
Dear Lauren ! What a magnificent array of differnt and good sushi you made ! Fantastici !
Lauren, your sushi looks awesome! I love that you added asparagus, I bet that has a nice crunch to it in the sushi. Great job!
Sushi at school? That just sounds suspect! I'm glad this challenge could convert you to liking it and you did a great job!
Thank you for the compliments on my sushi, Lauren!
Lauren, these are fabulous! Perfect spiral! And I'm glad to hear you've "warmed up" to sushi! ;-)
You did a wonderful job on the sushi challenge!! Time got away from me too and I didn't make it this month... :( Too bad as I'm seeeing lots of beautiful examples of what could have been...
You did wonderfully and I'm glad you found you liked sushi after all :)
I see the joker!
Great job on your sushi!
They are so colorful and pretty.
That's a great idea for a party - sushi party.
:)
Great job, Lauren!
I ended up just buying sushi for lunch today instead of working on the challenge :)
The Joker, haha, you are such a clown! Very creative veggie sushis. Yes jealous about the 5th rinse!
You are so brave!!! I swear - I am always in awe of your talent in the kitchen. I still haven't cranked out a Daring Baker's challenge. I think you've finally convinced me to try.
Great job, Lauren! I was weary too in the beginning but since Audax and Rose have provided us with so much help and options, I had to try.
I love your sushis especially the sushi roll. It is also my favorite.... It looks so moderate prior to rolling but once we roll, the sushi just looks so gorgeous.
Regards
Kris
Great job, Lauren! Your spiral rolls are just perfect and I'm so impressed that you thought of using a silpat for rolling. It's a natural substitute and it never once crossed my mind.
that looks incredible!! i want to try making it now... someday :)
Amazing job Lauren! :O I love your Dragon roll especially and I think a sushi party is a great idea! :D
Hehe Lauren you are so funny - I could actually see joker too in one of your rolls! But that is, after you pointed it out. Before that I just thought it was gorgeous sushi and now I think it is gorgeous and funny sushi!
Yay sushi! Excellent job!
I generally make veggie too. My daughter is a huge fan of veggie California rolls.
I love your idea of using asparagus, the shape would lend itself well to rolls too.
Good job! I've never made sushi before - but all you Daring Cooks are making me think I need to suck it up and do it!
I left a comment on this the other day, but wasn't sure if it went through. I guess not. Anyway, great job Lauren. I'm not a sushi person and don't have any desire to be, but your pictures look wonderful.
Thank goodness you remembered about the challenge because you did a great job! You are certainly going to be the star of your sushi party :)
Lauren, I am going to email you my comments cos I think there are going to be lots...
Karin - Sheila's neighbour
Veggie sushi is a healthy and tasty option! Great job!
I'm so glad to hear you overcame the dreaded sushi..wish I did, but it's till hauting me..lol Your rolls and nigiri turned out GORGEOUS!!! Looks like they came from a sushi restaurant!
Fabulous job!! Asparagus in sushi is my favorite!
Using asparagus is a great idea!
Thanks.
We love sushi. This makes me really hungry now. My husband and I said we were going to make some sushi rolls for V-day this year. My favorite is cucumber and avocado.
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