Rice For Sushi

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: Japanese

A versatile sushi rice dish with tangy vinegar flavor, ideal for sushi lovers. Its balanced sweetness and acidity make it perfect for beginner and experienced chefs alike.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked Japanese style rice
  • 3/4 cup white vinegar
  • 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons monosodium glutamate
  • 1 package yeast
  • 1/4 cup warm water
  • 3 1/2 cups unsifted flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 cup (1/2 pound) butter
  • 2 eggs slightly beaten

Instructions

  1. Soften yeast in warm water.
  2. Sift flour, salt, and 1/4 cup of sugar into a large bowl.
  3. Cut in butter until mixture resembles fine crumbs.
  4. Stir in yeast mixture, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla to make a smooth dough; form into a ball.
  5. Seal in plastic.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  7. Divide dough in half; wrap and return half to refrigerator.
  8. Roll on a lightly floured board to 12 x 18 inches.
  9. Fold in thirds.
  10. Roll out again on floured board to same size, repeat folding.
  11. Repeat process 1 more time; cut in half to form two 6-inch squares.
  12. Turn in corners to form circle.
  13. Sprinkle board with about 2 tablespoons of sugar.
  14. Roll out to a 12-inch circle.
  15. Cut in 8 wedges.
  16. Roll up each wedge and place on greased baking sheet. Repeat until all are rolled.
  17. Let rolls rise until puffy (about 45 minutes).
  18. Bake at 375°F for 12 to 15 minutes, until golden brown.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

597 kcal 30% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 12.1g 24% DV
Total Fat 27.3g 35% DV
Carbs 60.8g 22% DV
Fiber 4.1g 15% DV
Sugar 3.7g 7% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10646mg 100% DV
Potassium 839.5mg 18% DV
Cholesterol 141.8mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 34mcg 4% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 145mg 11% DV
Iron 3.1mg 17% DV
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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