Sushi Nigiri

Master the art of simplicity and elegance with this Sushi Nigiri recipe, a Japanese classic that brings the freshest flavors to your table. Featuring perfectly seasoned sushi rice and melt-in-your-mouth slices of sushi-grade fish like salmon or tuna, this recipe is a celebration of minimalism and balance. Learn how to prepare light, fluffy rice with a delicate rice vinegar seasoning and craft authentic nigiri with just a touch of wasabi for a gentle kick. Ideal for a sushi night at home, this dish is ready in under an hour and pairs beautifully with soy sauce for dipping. Impress your guests with this delicious, visually stunning sushi recipe that highlights the true essence of Japanese cuisine. Perfect for seafood lovers and sushi enthusiasts alike, this step-by-step guide is your ticket to restaurant-quality nigiri.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Sushi rice
• 2.25 cups Water
• 0.25 cups Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 250 grams Fresh sushi-grade fish (e.g., tuna, salmon)
• 1 tablespoon Wasabi
• 0.5 cup Soy sauce

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and 2.25 cups of water. Let it soak for 30 minutes.

Step 3

Bring the rice and water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the rice from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 10 minutes.

Step 5

While the rice is resting, prepare the sushi vinegar mixture by combining rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan. Heat over low until the sugar and salt dissolve. Do not boil.

Step 6

Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl and gently fold in the sushi vinegar mixture with a wooden spatula. Let the rice cool to room temperature.

Step 7

Slice the sushi-grade fish into thin, approximately 1/4 inch thick, slices. Ensure each slice is about 2 inches long and 1 inch wide.

Step 8

To assemble the nigiri, wet your hands with water to prevent sticking. Take about a tablespoon of sushi rice and shape it into an oval mound.

Step 9

Dab a small amount of wasabi onto one side of a fish slice, then press it firmly onto the rice mound, wasabi-side down.

Step 10

Repeat with the remaining rice and fish slices.

Step 11

Serve the nigiri immediately with soy sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1403.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1120.4

Total Fat 14.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 137.5mg	0%
Sodium 7125.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 157.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g	0%
Total Sugars 27.4g
Protein 80.7g	0%

Vitamin D 1125IU	0%
Calcium 128.8mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 1560.5mg	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: 11.7%

Protein: 29.9%

Carbs: 58.4%