This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy. This basic sticky sushi rice recipe is easy to make in a rice cooker, Instant Pot, or on the stovetop. Perfect for making sushi, poke bowls, onigiri and more! Get ready, friends, because we’re learning how to make sushi this week!! ♡ I’ve been looking forward to this series of posts for awhile now. But before we dive into a full tutorial on how to make my favorite easy maki rolls, there’s an essential first step that we all need to master first — how to make sushi rice. This classic vinegared (“sushi” literally means “sour-tasting” in Japanese), firm, sticky, short-grain white rice is the foundation for all sushi. And, at least in my opinion, it’s one of the main factors that separates the so-so sushi from the stellar sushi. The good news for us is that excellent sushi rice is quite easy to make at home in either a rice cooker, pressure cooker or on the stovetop. And all you need to make it are five basic ingredients! I admittedly go the non-traditional route and just use a basic mixing bowl and spatula for the rice-folding process, which is a method that has always works just fine for us. But if you would like to make your sushi rice the traditional Japanese way, I have included options below for how to use a wooden hangiri, rice paddle and a fan to fold and cool your sushi. Whichever method you choose, the end result will be a delicious batch of seasoned sticky rice that will work perfectly in your favorite recipe for sushi, poke bowls, onigiri and more. So round up these basic ingredients, and let’s make some sushi rice! How To Make Sushi Rice | 1-Minute VideoSushi Rice Ingredients:To make sushi rice, you will need these essential sushi rice ingredients:
How To Make Sushi Rice:After having experimented with various traditional and non-traditional methods for making sushi rice, this is the basic method I’ve landed on. The main goal here is to cook the rice al dente (it should be firm but not crunchy) and to try not to mash the sticky rice as you stir it (hence the gentle slicing/folding method, instead of just stirring in circles). Good sushi rice should look polished and shiny, and the individual rice grains should stay fairly separated instead of being all smooshed together. But that said, however your rice turns out, I assure you it will work well in sushi and be delicious! Also, I highly recommend opting for the rice cooker or Instant Pot methods, as they are the simplest and most foolproof here with sometimes-temperamental short grain rice. But the stovetop method will work well too — just note that gas and electric stoves can make a difference in cook time, so double-check that your rice is tender before removing it from the heat. If you have the extra time, I will note that it’s also traditional to soak the rinsed rice in its cooking water for 20-30 minutes before cooking. But after trying that out a few times, we honestly didn’t notice that the extra soaking made that significant of a difference, so I usually skip it and just cook the rice immediately after rinsing. Ok! Full instructions are included in the recipe below, but here’s a quick overview of what we will do to make sushi rice:
Possible Variations:There are all sorts of more- and less-traditional ways to prepare sushi rice, so feel free to experiment and find what works best for you! For example, you could…
DIY sushi rolls recipe coming later this week! Ways To Use Sushi Rice:Most traditionally, this Japanese short-grain sticky rice is actually just served as a side dish to accompany the rest of your meal. But of course, it’s also delicious used in various kinds of sushi, poke bowls, onigiri and beyond. Stay tuned for more recipes to come! DescriptionLearn how to make authentic sushi rice either in a rice cooker, pressure cooker or on the stovetop! See notes above for possible variations too.
NotesRice Cooker Instructions: Briefly stir the rice and water together in the bowl of a rice cooker, then place the kombu on top of the rice. Cover and cook according to device instructions. Discard the kombu. Instant Pot Instructions: Briefly stir the rice and water together in the bowl of an Instant Pot, then place the kombu on top of the rice. Cover and pressure cook on high for 5 minutes, followed by a 10 minute natural release, followed by a quick release. Discard the kombu. Stovetop Instructions: Briefly stir together the rice and water (I recommend using 2 1/4 cups water for this method) in a large saucepan, place the kombu on top of the rice, then cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid. Turn the heat to medium-high and cook until the water just reaches a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low to maintain the simmer, and cook for 16-18 minutes or until all of the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender. Remove saucepan from the heat (with the lid still on) and let the rice steam for an additional 10 minutes. Discard the kombu.
posted on May 26, 2020 by Ali How much water do I add to sushi rice in a rice cooker?Rice to water ratio for sushi rice in a rice cooker
That means for every one cup of sushi rice, you need to add one cup of filtered water. If you want to make more than one cup of rice, follow the same ratio: 2 servings: 1 cup of short-grain or medium grain rice, 8 fluid ounces of filtered water.
What is the sushi rice setting on rice cooker?Cook the rice according to the “white rice” setting on the rice cooker. When the rice has finished cooking, evenly pour the seasoned rice vinegar all over the rice. Toss the rice around to further distribute the rice vinegar, taking care to be gentle, and not mash the rice. It is now ready to be used for sushi.
What is the ratio of sushi rice to vinegar?The vinegar ratio: Use about 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 2 1/4 teaspoons sugar, and 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt per cup of (dry) rice you're cooking. Combine the vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan. Turn the heat to medium and let the mixture simmer just until the salt and sugar are dissolved.
Is rice cooker good for sushi?Sushi is delicious and only involves a few ingredients, yet making perfect rice can sometimes be challenging. A rice cooker is an excellent solution, specifically designed to cook rice that often comes with a sushi cooking function.
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