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Ingredients
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Sushi Rice
Nigiri Toppings
Method
Prepare Sushi Rice
- 1
Rinse the Rice
Place the sushi rice in a fine-mesh sieve and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch.
- 2
Cook the Rice
In a medium-sized pot, combine the rinsed rice and 2.5 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the water is absorbed.
- 3
Season the Rice
In a small bowl, mix together rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture while fanning the rice to cool it down.
Assemble Nigiri
- 4
Form Sushi Rice
With wet hands, take a small amount of sushi rice (about 2 tablespoons) and mold it into a small oval shape. Repeat until all rice is shaped.
- 5
Top with Sashimi
Take a slice of maguro and place it on top of one rice oval. Repeat with salmon on another rice oval.
- 6
Serve
Serve the nigiri with wasabi and soy sauce on the side for dipping.