Nigiri Sushi
Dive into the art of crafting authentic Nigiri Sushi with this simple yet elegant recipe that highlights the delicate balance of fresh seafood and expertly seasoned sushi rice. Featuring buttery slices of tuna or salmon artfully paired with a hint of wasabi, this handcrafted Japanese classic is a celebration of purity and flavor. The sushi rice is meticulously prepared with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt, ensuring the perfect texture and subtle tang that complements the freshness of the fish. Ideal for sushi enthusiasts, this recipe guides you through shaping each piece with precision, turning simple ingredients into restaurant-quality sushi. Serve alongside soy sauce for dipping and experience the elegance of homemade nigiri sushi in just under an hour. Perfect for dinner parties, casual gatherings, or a special treat at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Sushi rice
- 2.5 cups Water
- 1 cup Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 0.75 pound Fresh tuna or salmon
- 2 teaspoons Wasabi paste
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
Instructions
Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
Combine rinsed rice and 2.5 cups of water in a rice cooker. Cook according to the rice cooker's instructions.
While the rice is cooking, prepare the sushi vinegar by combining rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until sugar and salt are dissolved. Do not boil. Let it cool to room temperature.
Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large wooden or glass bowl. Gradually add the sushi vinegar to the rice, cutting and folding the rice gently with a spatula to evenly distribute the vinegar without mashing the grains.
Cover the rice with a damp cloth and let it cool to room temperature.
Slice the fish into thin pieces approximately 2 inches long and 3/4 inch wide. The slices should be about 1/4 inch thick.
Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking, and take a small amount of rice (about 1-2 tablespoons) and shape it into an oval.
Spread a small amount of wasabi paste on one side of the fish slice, then press the fish, wasabi side down, onto the rice oval. Gently squeeze the fish and rice together.
Repeat until all rice and fish are used.
Serve nigiri with soy sauce for dipping. Enjoy the freshness and simplicity of nigiri sushi!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1229 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.5 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 129 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 9910 mg | 431% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 155.7 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.9 g | ||
| Protein | 98.5 g | 197% | |
| Vitamin D | 19.3 mcg | 97% | |
| Calcium | 107 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 2170 mg | 46% | |
*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.
