Arroz para sushi en Instant Pot

Ingredientes

• 2 cups short-grain sushi rice (Calrose, Koshihikari, or similar)
• 2 cups filtered water (for cooking)
• 3 tbsp unseasoned rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tsp salt

Preparación

1. 1

   Rinse and Soak the RiceRinse 2 cups short-grain rice in a large bowl with cold water. Stir gently and drain. Repeat 5–6 times until water runs mostly clear.Soak rinsed rice in clean water for 20–30 minutes, then drain completely.

2. 2

   Cook the Rice in the Instant PotAdd drained rice and 2 cups fresh water to the Instant Pot.Close the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on Low Pressure for 5 minutes using the Manual/Pressure Cook function.Allow a 10-minute natural release, then quick-release any remaining pressure.

3. 3

   Prepare the Sushi SeasoningIn a small saucepan, gently heat 3 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 tbsp sugar, and 1 tsp salt until the sugar dissolves (do not boil).Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

4. 4

   Season the Cooked RiceTransfer hot rice to a wide, non-metal bowl.Evenly drizzle the vinegar mixture over the rice.Use a rice paddle or wooden spoon to cut and fold the rice gently - don’t stir vigorously.Fan the rice as you mix to cool it quickly and give it a glossy finish.

5. 5

   Rest and ServeCover the seasoned rice with a slightly damp towel and let it rest for 10 minutes.Your sushi rice is now ready to use in rolls, bowls, or hand-pressed sushi!