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Japanese Sushi Rice Recipe With Mirin

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Description

Sushi rice is the foundation of any great sushi dish, and the key to making perfect sushi rice is using the right ingredients and following the right steps. One crucial ingredient in sushi rice is mirin, a sweet rice wine that provides the unique taste and texture of Japanese sushi rice. In this recipe, we'll show you how to make perfect sushi rice with mirin.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sushi rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons mirin
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Rice cooker
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method

  1. Rinse the sushi rice in cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. Place the rinsed rice in a rice cooker with 2 cups of water.
  3. Cook the rice according to the rice cooker instructions, or until the rice is cooked and fluffy.
  4. In a small saucepan, combine the rice vinegar, mirin, sugar, and salt over medium heat.
  5. Stir the mixture until the sugar and salt are dissolved, then remove from heat.
  6. Transfer the cooked rice to a large mixing bowl.
  7. Add the vinegar mixture to the rice and stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula, being careful not to break the rice grains.
  8. Continue to stir until the rice has cooled to room temperature.
  9. Once the rice has cooled, cover with a damp cloth until ready to use in sushi rolls or other dishes.

Notes

  • Make sure to rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove excess starch.
  • Be gentle when mixing the vinegar mixture with the rice to avoid breaking the grains and making the rice mushy.
  • You can adjust the amount of mirin, sugar, and salt to your taste preferences.

Nutrition Info

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup (100g)
  • Calories: 130
  • Total Fat: 0.5g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
  • Protein: 2g

Recipe Tips

  • Use high-quality sushi rice for the best results.
  • Let the rice cool to room temperature before using in sushi rolls or other dishes.
  • If you don't have a rice cooker, you can cook the rice on the stove using a pot with a tight-fitting lid.

With this recipe, you'll have perfect sushi rice with a sweet and tangy flavor that will take your sushi rolls to the next level. Enjoy!


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