Easy Sushi Rice Recipe Perfect Every Time

Instructions:

1. Place rice in a bowl and cover with cold water. Gently swirl and rinse, draining the cloudy water. Repeat 3-4 times until the water runs mostly clear.
2. Place rinsed rice in the saucepan and add 1 1/4 cups (300ml) cold water. Let it soak for 30 minutes.
3. Bring the rice and water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, immediately reduce the heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 20 minutes.
4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the rice steam, covered, for 10 minutes.
5. In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Heat gently until the sugar and salt dissolve completely. Do not boil!
6. Gently transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl or hangiri. Pour the sushi vinegar mixture evenly over the rice. Using a wooden spoon or rice paddle, gently cut and fold the vinegar into the rice, being careful not to mash it. Fan the rice while mixing to cool it quickly.
7. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature before using it for sushi. Cover with a damp kitchen towel to prevent it from drying out.