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Sushi Rice
This sushi rice is a simple blend of rice, sugar, vinegar and salt that makes the perfect foundation for any type of sushi, or a side dish to a Japanese style meal. Making sushi at home is fun and easy to do, and your family and friends will be impressed with the end result!
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Additional Time
20 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 246 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Asian
Ingredients
- 2 cups sushi rice
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 1/2 teaspoons salt
Instructions
- Place the rice in a colander. Rinse under cool water for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Let the rice dry for 15 minutes.
- Place the rice in a medium pot with 2 cups of water and bring to a boil. Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 15 minutes.
- Remove the pot from the heat. Let the rice stand, covered, for 15 minutes.
- Place the rice vinegar, sugar and salt in a small bowl. Microwave in 30 second intervals until salt and sugar are dissolved, stirring occasionally.
- Transfer the rice to a large glass or wooden bowl. Drizzle the vinegar mixture over the rice. Use a spatula or a spoon to gently fold the vinegar mixture into the rice.
- Let the rice cool for 10 minutes, then serve.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
246kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
54g
(18%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
974mg
(41%)
Potassium
47mg
(1%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Calcium
7mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 246
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 246kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 54g | 18% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 974mg | 41% |
| Potassium | 47mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.