Low Fat Inari Sushi
Delight in the irresistible simplicity of Low Fat Inari Sushi—an easy, wholesome twist on a beloved Japanese classic! This recipe pairs fragrant sushi rice, delicately seasoned with a tangy rice vinegar mixture, with tender, savory inari tofu pockets for a perfect bite-sized treat. Enhanced with a light glaze of low-fat soy sauce and mirin and a sprinkle of nutty sesame seeds, this low-fat version brings big flavor while keeping it guilt free. Ready in just 35 minutes, these elegant sushi pockets make a fantastic appetizer, snack, or light meal. Perfect for sushi lovers looking for a healthier option, this recipe is vegan-friendly and packed with umami goodness! Make Low Fat Inari Sushi the centerpiece of your next gathering or enjoy as a quick weekday delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Sushi rice
- 1.25 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 8 pieces Inari tofu pockets
- 2 tablespoons Low-fat soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Mirin
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
Instructions
Rinse the sushi rice in a fine mesh sieve under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
Combine the rinsed rice and 1.25 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Cover and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 10 minutes to steam.
While the rice is cooking, prepare the vinegar mixture by combining rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until the sugar and salt are dissolved, then remove from heat and let cool.
Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl and sprinkle the vinegar mixture over the rice. Using a wooden spatula, gently fold the rice to evenly distribute the vinegar mixture. Be careful not to mash the rice.
Let the sushi rice cool to room temperature.
In a small bowl, mix low-fat soy sauce and mirin.
Gently open each inari tofu pocket and spoon 1-2 tablespoons of the sushi rice into each pocket, carefully pressing to fill the corners without tearing.
Arrange the filled inari sushi on a serving plate and brush the top lightly with the soy sauce and mirin mixture for additional flavor.
Sprinkle sesame seeds over each piece as a garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
249 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.2 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 901 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.2 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 140 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
