How to Make Delicious Sushi Rice!

Sushi rice is one of the popular rice-cooking methods in our country. Rice can be cooked in many different ways, most of which, in layman’s terms, make the rice sticky as the grains tend to clump together. Follow this cooking guide with Saed News to master sushi rice.

Ingredients for Sushi Rice

• 3 cups short-grain white rice

• 1/3 cup sushi vinegar

• 1/4 cup water

How to Prepare Sushi Rice

1. Place the rice in a large bowl, pour cold water over it, and gently stir it up and down with your hands. Drain the water and repeat this process 2–3 more times until the water becomes clear.

2. Let the rice drain in a colander for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare the sushi vinegar.

3. In a suitable pot, combine the rice and water, cover, and place over medium heat until it comes to a boil.

4. Reduce the heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer gently for about 12 minutes until the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes.

Mixing with Sushi Vinegar

Place the rice in a large wooden bowl (metal bowls should be avoided). Using a wooden spatula, gently lift and fold the rice to separate the grains. Gradually pour in the sushi vinegar, being careful not to soak or mash the rice. While stirring gently with one hand, fan the rice with the other hand to cool it slightly. Be careful not to overcool the rice, as it may dry out and lose moisture.

Nutritional Benefits of Rice

According to traditional medicine, rice has a cold and dry nature. It is also highly nutritious, rich in essential minerals, and a valuable source of B vitamins. The chemical composition of rice is as follows:

• Calories: 362

• Protein: 6.6 g

• Starch: 80 g

• Water: 12 g

• Calcium: 25 mg

• Iron: 0.8 mg

• Phosphorus: 95 mg

• Potassium: 90 mg

• Sodium: 5 mg

• Fiber: 3.5 g

• Saturated Fat: 0.6 g

• Fat: 1.6 g

• Vitamin B1: 0.06 mg

• Vitamin B2: 0.03 mg

• Vitamin B3: 1.5 mg