Like most foods they can pick up and dip, this gentle introduction to sushi, which takes only 30 minutes to prepare, is a hit with kids. Serve with low-sodium soy sauce (or whatever dip will get your child excited about eating).

　　

Ingredients

Makes about 24 pieces

　　7 ounces sashimi-grade salmon, cut into 1/4-inch cubes

　　3 green onions, chopped

　　1/4 cucumber, finely chopped (3 tablespoons)

　　About 5 grape tomatoes, finely chopped (3 tablespoons)

　　2 teaspoons lime juice

　　1 teaspoon orange juice

　　2 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise

　　1/4 teaspoon sesame oil

　　1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

　　1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

　　2 cups cooked sushi rice (from a Japanese restaurant)

　　

Step 1

1. Combine all the ingredients except the rice in a bowl.

　　

Step 2

2. To make the sushi-rice blocks, use an ice-cube tray as a mold (small cups, mini-muffin tins, and tartlet pans will also work). Prepare the mold by sprinkling it lightly with water.

　　

Step 3

3. Press the rice into the tray squares, then use your finger to push a hole 3/4 of the way into each square.

　　

Step 4

4. Turn the mold upside down onto waxed paper, and tap until the squares fall out.

　　

Step 5

5. Fill each hole with about a teaspoon of the salmon mixture and serve.

　　Note:

　　If you don't have a sushi restaurant within delivery distance, you can also use rice from a Chinese restaurant. Let it cool to room temperature, drizzle it with a mixture of 3 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt, then stir to combine.