HOW TO MAKE SUSHI RICE

short-grain rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: medium-grain rice

Brown rice offers more fiber and nutrients, while medium-grain rice is often less expensive.

rice vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar provides a milder flavor, while white vinegar is usually more affordable.

Rinse sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Soak the rinsed rice in water for 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Drain the soaked rice and place it in a rice cooker with the appropriate amount of water.

Cook the rice according to the rice cooker's instructions until tender.

Transfer the cooked rice to a large wooden or glass bowl.

In a small saucepan, combine rice wine vinegar, sugar, and salt over low heat until dissolved.

Pour the vinegar mixture over the warm rice and gently fold to combine without mashing the grains.

Cover the rice with a damp cloth and let it cool to room temperature before using.

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