Sushi Rice (Instant-Pot)

Sushi rice made in the Instant Pot with a seasoned rice vinegar, sugar, and salt dressing.

Ingredients

  • 2 cup short grain Calrose rice (e.g., Nishiki)
  • 2 cup cold water
  • ⅓ cup rice vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp salt
  • 2 Tbsp sugar

Preparation

  1. 1

    Rinse the rice ten times.

  2. 2

    Place the rinsed rice into the Instant Pot and add the cold water.

  3. 3

    Put the lid on the Instant Pot and click "Manual".

  4. 4

    Set time to 5 minutes.

  5. 5

    While the rice cooks, add the rice vinegar, salt and sugar into a saucepan on medium heat.

  6. 6

    Whisk until the sugar and salt dissolve, then pour the mixture into a container to cool.

  7. 7

    When the rice is done, turn the vent to Open to allow the steam to vent.

  8. 8

    Transfer the rice to a wide-bottomed container.

  9. 9

    Use a wooden or plastic paddle to spread the rice evenly.

  10. 10

    Pour the vinegar mixture over the rice and mix well.

  11. 11

    Let the rice cool for 20-30 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to release steam.

  12. 12

    Once the rice is warm but not hot to the touch, it's ready to use for making sushi.