Amazon Associates

Amazon Associates PartnerTrusted

As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases made through links on this page. This helps support our site at no extra cost to you. Clicking on ingredient or equipment links will take you to amazon.com where you can purchase these items.

Sushi Rice (Japanese Short-Grain Rice)

A step‑by‑step guide to perfectly cooked Japanese short‑grain sushi rice. The method works on the stovetop or in an electric pressure cooker and includes soaking, precise water ratio, steaming, and resting for fluffy, slightly sticky rice ideal for sushi, onigiri, or Korean kimbap.

EasyJapaneseServes 2

Shop all ingredients on Amazon in one click • Printable PDF with shopping checklist

Source Video
54m
Prep
16m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 20m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$0.60
Total cost
$0.30
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Soaking the rice for 30 minutes
  • Bringing the rice to a rolling boil with the lid on
  • Simmering without lifting the lid until water is fully absorbed

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot saucepan with oven mitts; steam can cause burns.
  • Keep children away from the stove while the rice is boiling.

You Might Also Like

Similar recipes converted from YouTube cooking videos

[Eng Sub]Matcha mousse cake 我Amanda带着既美又作的抹茶甜点又来了!【曼食慢语】*4K

[Eng Sub]Matcha mousse cake 我Amanda带着既美又作的抹茶甜点又来了!【曼食慢语】*4K

A stunning layered matcha mousse cake with a smooth matcha‑flavored cake base and four gradient shades of matcha mousse. The cake looks like a work of art and tastes light, creamy, and subtly bitter. Perfect for special occasions or when you want a dessert that dazzles both the eyes and the palate.

1 hr 25 min
Serves 8
$36
5 views
JapaneseMedium
Chicken Katsu Curry with Rice

Chicken Katsu Curry with Rice

A home‑cooked Japanese classic: crispy cheese‑stuffed chicken katsu served over perfectly steamed short‑grain rice, drenched in a rich homemade vegetable‑juice curry sauce. The recipe uses easy‑to‑find ingredients and includes step‑by‑step guidance for soaking rice, making the roux‑based curry, preparing the cheese‑filled katsu, and finishing with quick‑fried garnish vegetables.

2 hrs 8 min
Serves 3
$9
13 views
JapaneseMedium
Trying the viral Japanese cheesecake hack 🍰

Trying the viral Japanese cheesecake hack 🍰

A super‑simple, no‑bake Japanese‑style cheesecake made with only Greek yogurt and dissolve cookies. Just layer the cookies in yogurt, chill overnight, and enjoy a soft, creamy dessert without any baking or fuss.

8 hrs 10 min
Serves 4
$10
2 views
JapaneseEasy
I Made The Best Birria Ramen

I Made The Best Birria Ramen

A hearty Japanese‑inspired ramen featuring tender seared beef simmered in a rich, spicy tomato‑chili broth, finished with fresh lime and optional green onion garnish. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.

3 hrs 25 min
Serves 4
$31
2 views
JapaneseMedium
Fried chicken wings with teriyaki sauce and nanami togarashi

Fried chicken wings with teriyaki sauce and nanami togarashi

Crispy chicken wings coated in a slightly sweet homemade teriyaki sauce and spiced with a Japanese nanami togarashi blend, sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds. A little gustatory escape to Japan, simple and quick to make.

45 min
Serves 4
$4
15 views
JapaneseMedium
Japanese Chicken Meatballs (Soucounés) with Teriyaki Sauce and Miso Soup

Japanese Chicken Meatballs (Soucounés) with Teriyaki Sauce and Miso Soup

Moist ground chicken meatballs, glazed with a homemade teriyaki sauce, served with Japanese rice and a small miso soup. A quick and flavorful recipe inspired by izakayas.

59 min
Serves 4
$14
7 views
JapaneseEasy