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Instant Pot Sushi Rice

Using the Instant Pot makes making sushi rice a breeze! It is my favorite way to cook sushi rice because it is just so easy and makes perfectly sticky rice for sushi rolls, musubi, and sushi bowls.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Natural Release
3 mins
Total Time
18 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 229 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Japanese

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sushi rice (Japanese short-grain rice)
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar (see notes above if using unseasoned rice vinegar)

Instructions

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  1. Place rice into a fine mesh colander.
  2. Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear. You can also rinse the rice in a large bowl with water, drain, and repeat until water is clear.
  3. Drain rice in a colander and allow the rice to continue draining/drying for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Place the dried rice in the Instant pot with 2 cups water.
  5. Seal the lid on the Instant Pot and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes, then natural release for 3 minutes before doing a quick release.
  6. Spread the rice over a sheet of parchment paper or on a large baking sheet to help it cool faster.
  7. Sprinkle the seasoned rice vinegar evenly over the top. If you don't have seasoned rice vinegar, see notes.
  8. Mix in with a rice paddle to help distribute the vinegar.
  9. Serve immediately or place in a large bowl covered with a damp towel at room temperature for up to 3 hours.

Notes

  • For Seasoned Rice Vinegar substitute: While the rice is cooking, combine the rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt in a small bowl and microwave to 15-20 seconds, this should help the salt and sugar dissolve without the vinegar boiling. Stir well and set aside.
  • While the rice is cooking, combine the rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt in a small bowl and microwave to 15-20 seconds, this should help the salt and sugar dissolve without the vinegar boiling. Stir well and set aside.

Nutrition Information

Calories 229kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 50g (17%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 0.3g (0%) Saturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g Sodium 8mg (0%) Potassium 48mg (1%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 0.002g (0%) Calcium 9mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 229

% Daily Value*

Calories 229kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 50g 17%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 0.3g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Sodium 8mg 0%
Potassium 48mg 1%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 0.002g 0%
Calcium 9mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.