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Seasoned Rice for Sushi

Seasoned Rice for Sushi delivers glossy, tender grains with a gentle balance of vinegar tang, subtle sweetness, and a touch of salt. It’s the ideal base for rolls, nigiri, and chirashi, letting fish and vegetables shine without overpowering them. Serve whenever you’re assembling a sushi spread at home or prepping make-ahead components for a sushi night.

  • Prep5 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves15
  • DifficultyEasy
Seasoned Rice for Sushi
  1. 1

    Gather all ingredients.

  2. 2

    Rinse the rice in a strainer under cold water until the water runs clear.

  3. 3

    Combine the rice and water in a saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil.

  4. 4

    Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 12 minutes.

  5. 5

    Remove from heat; let it stand, covered, until tender, 10 minutes more.

  6. 6

    The rice will keep steaming.

  7. 7

    Remove the lid; let the rice cool.

  8. 8

    Meanwhile, combine rice wine vinegar, sugar, oil, and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat; cook until the sugar dissolves.

  9. 9

    Let it cool.

  10. 10

    Stir the vinegar mixture into the rice. It may look wet at first, but keep stirring; the rice will dry as it cools.

  11. 11

    Enjoy!