Easy Sushi Rice (In Rice Cooker)

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 3

Easy Sushi Rice (In Rice Cooker) Recipe

by The Chefin Asian

Prep

5 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3 cups medium grain rice ( Nishiki or Calrose brand , use the measuring cup in your rice cooker )
	3 1/4 cups water ( or water to the 3 mark on the rice cooker )
	1/3 cup seasoned rice vinegar ( more or less , to taste )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

266

Sugar

Fat

If you love sushi but have always been intimidated by making it yourself, then this sushi rice recipe is perfect for you. The use of a rice cooker ensures that the rice is cooked to perfection and the addition of seasoned rice vinegar gives it the perfect flavor and texture for sushi. Sushi rice is also great for making rice bowls or to enjoy as a side with your favorite fish dishes. The sticky texture and delicious flavor of this sushi rice recipe will make you want to keep making it again and again.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice in cold water several times until the water becomes clear. Drain the water using a colander.
2.	Transfer the rice into a rice cooker and add water up to the 3 mark on the measuring cup that comes with the rice cooker. Let the rice soak for 10 to 15 minutes.
3.	Close the rice cooker and press the ‘cook’ button. Once cooked, let the rice stand for an additional 10 minutes.
4.	In a small bowl, heat the seasoned rice vinegar in the microwave for 15 seconds to make it warm.
5.	Transfer the rice into a large bowl and pour the seasoned vinegar over the rice. Using a rice paddle, mix the rice well until the vinegar is evenly distributed.
6.	Cover the bowl with a damp kitchen towel and let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes. This will allow the rice to cool and become sticky, perfect for making sushi.
7.	Once cooled, sushi rice is ready to use.

PROS

This easy sushi rice recipe will save you time and effort compared to cooking on the stovetop.

The rice cooker ensures that the rice is perfectly cooked every time and adding the seasoned vinegar at the end ensures a perfect sticky texture.

Sushi rice is gluten-free and a great source of carbohydrates.

CONS

The seasoned rice vinegar is high in sugar content, so it should be used in moderation.

Sushi rice in general is high in carbohydrates so it should be eaten in moderation if you are watching your carb intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sushi rice is a good source of carbohydrates which is essential for fueling the body.
The vinegar used in sushi rice helps to reduce the glycemic index of the dish.
The rice is gluten-free and a good option for those who are on a gluten-free diet.