Minado’s Perfect Sushi Rice

May 29, 2023May 29, 20230 15

Minado's Perfect Sushi Rice Recipe

by The Chefin Sushi

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

265

Sugar

Fat

0.5g

Sushi rice is the essential ingredient in any sushi recipe. Properly made sushi rice should be fluffy and slightly sticky, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess. Minado's Perfect Sushi Rice recipe is a great base for making any type of sushi, from classic rolls to creative sushi bowls. It's incredibly easy to make and suitable even for beginner cooks.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear.
2.	Combine the rice and water in a medium-size pot and bring to a boil over high heat.
3.	Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the water is fully absorbed.
4.	In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, sugar, salt, and mirin. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
5.	Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large wooden bowl. Add the vinegar mixture and combine well using a wooden spoon or rice paddle.
6.	Cover the bowl with a damp towel and let it cool down to room temperature before using it to make sushi.

PROS

Minado’s Perfect Sushi Rice is incredibly easy to make and tastes delicious.
The vinegar and sugar mixture gives the rice a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess.

It is a perfect base for any sushi recipe.

CONS

While delicious, sushi rice is still high in carbs and calories.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sushi rice is gluten-free and low in fat. It is high in carbs but also contains essential nutrients like iron and magnesium. The vinegar used in this recipe can also have health benefits, such as improving digestion and lowering inflammation levels.

	2 cups sushi rice
	2 cups water
	4 tablespoons rice vinegar
	3 tablespoons sugar
	2 teaspoons salt
	2 tablespoons mirin
	kelp , leaf ( optional )