Shrimp Nigiri

Dive into the artful simplicity of homemade Shrimp Nigiri, a quintessential Japanese sushi dish that brings the taste of the ocean to your table. This recipe features tender, perfectly cooked shrimp paired with seasoned sushi rice for a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Learn how to craft these bite-sized delights by mastering the essential techniques of shaping rice mounds and applying a delicate brush of wasabi to enhance the shrimp’s natural sweetness. With just a handful of fresh ingredients like rice vinegar and soy sauce, this dish is as easy to prepare as it is impressive to serve. Perfect for sushi night or a sophisticated appetizer, Shrimp Nigiri is a beautiful way to explore Japanese cuisine in your own kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Raw shrimp
• 2 cups Sushi rice
• 2.5 cups Water
• 0.25 cups Rice vinegar
• 2.5 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Wasabi
• 0 Soy sauce (for dipping)

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the sushi rice. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium-sized pot, combine the rinsed sushi rice with 2.5 cups of water. Allow it to soak for 30 minutes.

Step 3

After soaking, bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the pot from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 10 minutes to allow it to steam and finish cooking evenly.

Step 5

Meanwhile, prepare the sushi rice seasoning by mixing rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan. Heat gently until the sugar dissolves, then let it cool.

Step 6

Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl or a traditional hangiri if available. Gradually add the vinegar mixture, gently folding the rice with a wooden paddle to evenly distribute without smashing the grains. Let it cool to room temperature.

Step 7

While the rice is cooling, prepare the shrimp. Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving the tail intact if preferred.

Step 8

Bring a pot of water to a boil and briefly boil the shrimp for 1-2 minutes until they turn pink and are cooked through. Immediately plunge into ice water to stop cooking, then drain.

Step 9

Once the rice has cooled, moisten your hands with water to prevent sticking and take about 2 tablespoons of rice per piece. Shape the rice into small, compact oval mounds approximately 2 inches long.

Step 10

Take a piece of cooked shrimp and lightly brush a small amount of wasabi on the underside.

Step 11

Press the wasabi-coated side of the shrimp onto the rice mound, gently pressing to adhere.

Step 12

Repeat the process for remaining shrimp and rice. Serve immediately with soy sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1280.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	889.6

Total Fat 3.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 351.5mg	0%
Sodium 3795.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g	0%
Total Sugars 32.0g
Protein 56.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 126.2mg	0%
Iron 7.6mg	0%
Potassium 278.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.2%

Protein: 25.7%

Carbs: 71.1%