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Sushi Rice in Rice Cooker

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Making perfect sushi rice at home is easy, especially with a rice cooker! This method ensures that the rice is tender, sticky, and has just the right amount of seasoning. The rice cooker does all the work for you, leaving you with perfectly cooked sushi rice that’s ready to be used for sushi rolls, bowls, or other dishes that require delicious, seasoned rice.

Ingredients

2 cups sushi or short-grain rice (important for the right texture)

2 1/2 cups water (for cooking the rice)

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1 tablespoon sugar

1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Cook the Rice:
    • Rinse the Rice: Place the sushi rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse it under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch and prevents the rice from being too sticky or gummy.
    • Add to Rice Cooker: Transfer the rinsed rice into the rice cooker and add 2 1/2 cups of water. Let the rice sit in the water for about 10-15 minutes before turning the rice cooker on. This step helps the rice absorb the water and cook evenly.
    • Cook the Rice: Start the rice cooker and let it cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Most rice cookers will automatically switch to “keep warm” once the rice is done. Let the rice sit in the rice cooker for another 10 minutes to allow it to fully steam.
  2. Season the Rice:
    • Prepare the Seasoning: While the rice is cooking, combine the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small bowl. Stir until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved. You can heat this mixture slightly in the microwave or on the stovetop if needed to help dissolve the sugar.
    • Season the Rice: Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl (a wooden or plastic bowl works best, as it won’t react with the vinegar). Gently fold the vinegar mixture into the rice using a paddle or wooden spoon. Be careful not to mash the rice—just gently mix it to coat the grains evenly.
    • Cool the Rice: Spread the rice out in a thin layer to help it cool down quickly. Ideally, you want to let the rice come to room temperature before using it for sushi.

Notes

Add a small splash of sake or mirin to the vinegar mixture for extra depth of flavor.

Use brown rice or a brown rice blend for a more nutritious option, though the texture may differ slightly.

Add a small amount of kombu (dried seaweed) to the rice cooker while cooking for a subtle umami flavor.

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