Sushi rice (serves 4)
choose short-grain or sushi rice that has whole, pure white grains, with no foreign material mixed in, and with a minimum of broken grains. Wash 2 cups of the rice (do not wash and rinse too long, so as to avoid losing the vitamin B1 content in the rice). Drain when the rice is clean, white, and translucent. Add 1-3/4 cups water and soak 30 minutes or longer. Cook in an electric rice cooker (or on and electric or gas stove) until done. Leave the rice covered and undistrubed for another 15 minutes after turning off the heat. Pour the sushi vinegar over the cooked rice while the rice is still hot, and mix it in with a rice paddle. Fan the rice (either by hand or with an electric fan) while mixing in the vinegar. Do this until the rice is light and fluffy, and the flavor of the vinegar dispersed(illus.1).
Donot allow the rice grains to cling together in clumps, and do not squish the grains, or the rice will become sticky and pasty (illus. 2).
If you make a large quantity of sushi rice, transfer the extra rice to another container and cover with a wet cloth to prevent the rice form becoming dry and hard. This step is not necessary if making only a small amount for home use.
Sushi vinegar
Mix 1/2 teaspoon salt into 3 tablespoons rice vinegar and bring to a boil over low heat. The add 2 tablespoons granulated white sugar and turn off the heat immediately. The vinegar mixture is ready when the sugar has completely dissolved. Sushi vinegar must b prepared ahead of time,so it is convenient to make a large amount at once and keep it in the refrigerator for use when necessary. The proportion of sugar to vinegar can be adjusted according to presonal taste. The various brands of sushi vinegar avialable commercially may also be used (illus.3)
Utensils for mixing the sushi rice
A wooden container with a large, flat bottom can absorb steam and moisture, allowing the rice grains to become springy and glossy. If unavailable, a porcelain or stainless steel container may be substituted.
How to store wooden containers
Wash immediately after use, and drip-dry (do not dry in the sun). Store in a dark, cool, and dry place. Wipe clean with a dry cloth before the next use.
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