Sushi Rice

Sushi rice is a special variety of short-grain Japanese rice that is seasoned with a mixture of rice vinegar, sugar and salt after cooking. Its high starch content makes it sticky and easy to shape, which is essential for making sushi, onigiri and other Japanese dishes. Before cooking, it is important to rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water to remove excess starch. Once cooked, the seasoned rice is gently folded with a wooden spatula while being fanned to cool it down. Properly prepared sushi rice is the foundation of any high-quality sushi.