Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
🍚 300 g of Japanese round rice | 💧 30 cl of water |
🍶 4 cl of rice vinegar | 🍬 10 g of sugar |
🧂 4 g of salt |
Utensils
🍚 Thick-bottomed pot | 🍴 Wooden spoon |
🥄 Colander | 🔪 Knife |
🧊 Bowl for vinegar mixture | 📏 Measuring cup |
📋 Plate or lid | ⏱️ Timer or stopwatch |
Step-by-step preparation
Total cooking time: 22 minutes
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Rest time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 12 minutes
STEP 1: Start by rinsing the sushi rice under cold water to remove the milky water. Wash it until the water is clear.
STEP 2: Let the rice drain for about 30 minutes to ensure it is dry before cooking.
STEP 3: Place the rice in a pot and add 30 cl of water. Cover and heat over medium heat until boiling.
STEP 4: When the water boils, reduce the heat and let it cook on low for about 12 minutes to fully absorb the water.
STEP 5: Turn off the heat and let the rice rest covered for 10 minutes to finish cooking gently.
STEP 6: In the meantime, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a bowl until the mixture is smooth.
STEP 7: Once the rice has rested, gently mix in the vinegar mixture, taking care not to mash it.
Preparing sushi rice in your kitchen may seem tricky, but with a few key steps, it becomes accessible to everyone. Start by rinsing the rice under clear water until you get clear water, ensuring a pleasant texture. Cooking should be done carefully, respecting the times for the rice to absorb all the water. This process contributes to obtaining soft and sticky rice, ideal for making tasty sushi.
Finally, don’t forget to season your rice with a mixture of rice vinegar, sugar, and salt, to subtly enhance the flavors. With these tips, you’ll be able to make sushi worthy of the best restaurants, with ease.