Description
Inarizushi is sushi rice stuffed in sweetened tofu pockets. It is a popular Japanese dish, known for its unique flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sushi rice
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 10 pieces inari (tofu pockets)
Instructions
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Combine rice and water in a rice cooker and cook according to instructions.
- In a small saucepan, heat rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved.
- Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a bowl and gently mix in the vinegar mixture.
- Let the rice cool to room temperature.
- Carefully open each inari pocket and stuff with sushi rice.
- Shape the rice to fit snugly in the pockets.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat.
Notes
- You can add sesame seeds or vegetables for extra flavor.
- Inarizushi is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for a day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Inarizushi, Sushi Rice, Tofu Pockets