Sushi Rice
Difficulty Level: Easy
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Prep Time:15 Minutes
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Cook Time:PT45M30 Minutes
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Yield:6-8 Rolls
Ingredients
- 2 cups sushi rice
- 2 cups water
- ΒΌ cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 473.18ml sushi rice
- 473.18ml water
- 59.15ml rice vinegar
- 25.56g sugar
- 4.26g salt
Sushi rice is the foundation of any good sushi roll. It provides the irresistible flavor and texture we crave.
Preparation
STEP 1
In a strainer rinse rice in cold water until water no longer appears milky and runs clear. Leave in strainer and let sit for 15 minutes.
STEP 2
Add rice and water to pot. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer and cook covered for 15 minutes.
STEP 3
After 15 minutes remove rice from heat but keep covered on stove for another 15 minutes.
STEP 4
While rice is cooking in a small pot over medium heat mix vinegar, sugar, and salt. Stir until dissolved. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
STEP 5
Pour cooked rice into a bamboo or wooden bowl or sheet pan lined with parchment. Add vinegar mixture. Gently mix rice with seasoning using a rice paddle to evenly distribute flavorings as well as allowing rice to cool to room temperature.
STEP 6
Cover rice with a damp kitchen towel to keep rice from drying out while using.
Options
This recipe works very well in a rice cooker. Just be sure to use the measuring cup included with the rice cooker.