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Inari Sushi

Delicious Inari Sushi Pockets: Easy Vegetarian Delight

Experience the charming flavors of Inari sushi with these easy vegetarian pockets bursting with fluffy rice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 pockets
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sushi Rice
  • 2 cups cooked sushi rice Use short-grain sushi rice for authenticity
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar Adds tangy flavor
  • 2 tablespoons sugar Brown sugar works best for a richer flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt Kosher salt recommended for even seasoning
For the Tofu Pockets
  • 8 pieces Inari age (fried tofu pockets) Find at Asian grocery stores

Equipment

  • small saucepan
  • whisk

Method
 

How to Make Inari Sushi
  1. In a small saucepan, whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, and salt over medium-high heat until dissolved.
  2. Once your sushi rice is warm, gently fold in the vinegar mixture for even distribution.
  3. Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking when handling the rice.
  4. Stuff the fried tofu pockets generously with seasoned sushi rice.
  5. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pocketCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 2gSodium: 450mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Drizzle with soy sauce for an extra burst of flavor.

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