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How to make sushi rice

Sushi rice is prepared with rice vinegar and a little bit of sugar, giving it its distinct flavor. Here is how to make sushi rice on stove top.
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine Japanese
Keyword how to make, stove top, sushi rice
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 12 people
Calories 232kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 cups sushi rice
  • 5 cups water
  • 4 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  • Use preferably the sushi rice type, which has shorter grains and a stickier consistency.
    Kokuho Rose sushi rice
  • Bring water to boil and add salt.
  • Add the rice to boiling water, stir and reduce to simmer for 20 minutes.
    Sushi rice cooking on stove top
  • During this time, prepare the seasoning in a small bowl by diluting the sugar in the rice vinegar. Slowly stir for a few minutes, there should be no sugar grain or solid left. 
  • Stop to heat and let the rice finish cooking for 10 more minutes.
  • With a teaspoon, sprinkle the rice vinegar and sugar mix on top of the sushi rice, then stir slowly and fully to mix the seasoning in. 

Nutrition

Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 4g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 47mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg