Mediterranean Diet Perfect Sushi Rice
Elevate your sushi game with this "Mediterranean Diet Perfect Sushi Rice" recipe—a wholesome and flavorful twist on traditional sushi rice preparation. Combining classic Japanese techniques with Mediterranean-inspired ingredients, this recipe uses olive oil and a hint of bay leaf to infuse the rice with subtle earthy and aromatic notes. Perfectly balanced with rice vinegar, sugar, and sea salt, this short-grain sushi rice achieves an irresistible glossy finish and the ideal tender-yet-sticky texture. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's an effortless yet elegant base for Mediterranean-style sushi rolls, grain bowls, or as a side dish to complement fresh seafood and vegetables. Embrace the harmony of Mediterranean and Japanese flavors for a lighter, healthier take on sushi rice!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups short-grain sushi rice
- 2.5 cups water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 cup rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 whole bay leaf
Instructions
Rinse the sushi rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and ensures the rice will not be sticky.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice with 2.5 cups of water and the bay leaf, and let it soak for 30 minutes.
Remove the bay leaf, then bring the rice and water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and cook for 15 minutes.
After 15 minutes, remove the rice from the heat and let it sit, covered, for another 10 minutes to finish cooking through steam.
While the rice is resting, mix the rice vinegar, olive oil, sea salt, and sugar in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves, then remove from heat.
Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture using a wooden spatula or spoon. Be careful not to mash the rice. Stir until the rice is glossy and the mixture is evenly distributed.
Allow the sushi rice to cool to room temperature. It is now ready to be used as a base for Mediterranean-style sushi rolls or any other dish of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
698 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.9 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2348 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 127.8 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.7 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 79 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 146 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.
