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Sushi Rice Recipe

Sushi Rice Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Learn how to make perfect sushi rice at home with this simple recipe. This seasoned rice is essential for delicious sushi rolls.


Ingredients

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Sushi Rice:

  • 2 cups sushi rice (short-grain white rice)
  • 2 cups water (plus more for rinsing)
  • 1/3 cup rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice: Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
  2. Cook the rice: Cook the rinsed rice with water in a rice cooker or saucepan until done.
  3. Season the rice: Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt; fold into the cooked rice.
  4. Cool the rice: Fan the rice to cool it quickly, ready to use for sushi.

Notes

  • Avoid metal utensils when mixing vinegar with the rice.
  • Do not refrigerate sushi rice; use fresh and warm.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop, Rice Cooker
  • Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 270mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 49g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg