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How to Make Sushi Rice
If you know How to Make Sushi Rice, then you can enjoy a Japanese favorite at home! Simply cook short-grain rice, vinegar, and sugar to make this fluffy and sticky rice.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 212 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine:
Asian , Japanese
Ingredients
- 2 cups sushi rice
- 2 ½ cups water
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 1-2 Tbsp. sugar
- 1 tsp. salt to taste
Instructions
- Place sushi rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse rice under running water for 2-3 minutes, or until water runs clear.
- Bring water and rice to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, cover the pot with a lid, and simmer for 20 minutes.*
- In a separate small saucepan combine vinegar, sugar, and salt over medium heat. Whisk until sugar and salt have dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.
- When rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl and then pour the seasoned vinegar evenly over top. Toss until the rice is well coated using either a rice paddle or a silicone spatula. And be careful not to smush the rice, gently fold it until it's evenly mixed.
- Cover the rice with a damp paper towel to prevent it from drying out and let it sit until it has cooled to room temperature.
- Use to make sushi rolls or serve it up in a vegetarian sushi bowl.
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Notes
- To Store: Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- To Freeze: Let the rice come to room temperature then seal in an airtight container. Freeze for up to 6 months.
- To Reheat: Place rice in a microwave-safe bowl along with a teaspoon of water. Cover with a dampened paper towel and microwave until heated through.
Nutrition Information
Calories
212kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
43g
(14%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
2g
(3%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Sodium
127mg
(5%)
Potassium
36mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Calcium
9mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 212
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 212kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 43g | 14% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 127mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 36mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.