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    Home » Recipes » Thermomix Sides & Salads

    Thermomix Sushi

    Published: Feb 3, 2023 by Lucy · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

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    The easiest and BEST Thermomix sushi rice recipe... with just 3 ingredients (water, sushi rice and sushi seasoning), you'll have perfectly cooked sushi rice in 20 minutes!

    Ideal for sushi bowls, poke bowls, sushi hand rolls and more!

    A close up of sticky rice in a bowl with chopsticks placed beside.

    Put your Thermomix machine to good use and let it prepare perfectly cooked sushi rice for you!

    Add your favourite fillings and serve as a healthy snack, lunch box treat or easy family dinner - it's SO simple and tasty!

    Three pieces of hand rolled sushi on a plate.

    Why You're Going To Love This Recipe

    Once you've made sushi rice in your Thermomix, you'll never want to go back to the stove-top method again!

    • Mess-free - forget about having water bubble out of the saucepan and all over the stove-top... cooking sushi rice in the Thermomix is completely mess-free!!!
    • Quick & easy - perfectly cooked rice, ready in just 20 minutes!
    • Versatile - serve rice in poke bowls, hand held sushi rolls or sushi bowls.
    • Popular with kids - homemade sushi rolls are my sons favourite lunchbox treat! They also make a healthy and tasty finger-food for toddlers.

    What You Need

    Making your own homemade sushi rice in the Thermomix is SO simple and requires just 3 basic ingredients.

    Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients quantities and full detailed method.

    • Sushi rice - available in the Asian section of the supermarket. It's important to use sushi rice rather than regular rice as it has a stickier texture - perfect for sushi rolls!
    • Water - 1000g (1 litre).
    • Sushi seasoning - store-bought (from the Asian section of the supermarket) or homemade. I use the Obento brand.
    A bowl of rice with soy sauce and sushi rolls in the background.

    Equipment Required

    It's SO easy to cook sushi rice using your Thermomix.

    You will need:

    • Thermomix - any model is suitable for this recipe.
    • Simmering basket (also referred to as the rice basket) - this is a Thermomix attachment.
    • Thermomix spatula - to safely remove the simmering basket.

    Step By Step Instructions

    Follow my simple recipe and have sushi rice cooked perfectly in just 20 minutes.

    Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients quantities and full detailed method.

    Step 1 - Weigh The Sushi Rice

    Uncooked rice in a Thermomix simmering basket.

    Place the simmering basket into the Thermomix bowl.

    Tare the scales and weigh the sushi rice into the bowl.

    Remove the bowl and rinse the rice (still in the basket) under cold water, until the water runs clear.

    Step 2 - Cook The Sushi Rice

    The simmering basket in a Thermomix with rice.

    Add 1000g (1 litre) of water to the Thermomix bowl.

    Insert the simmering basket (with the rinsed rice).

    Cook for 18 minutes (refer to recipe card below for details).

    Step 3 - Season The Rice

    A bottle of sushi seasoningheld over a bowl of rice.

    Carefully remove the simmering basket using the hook on the spatula.

    Note: it will be HOT!

    Pour the rice onto a large plate or bowl.

    Add 2-3 tablespoons of sushi seasoning (see notes below) and stir to combine.

    Allow the rice to cool before using.

    TIP: I recommend chilling the rice completely in the fridge before using.

    An overhead shot of sticky rice with a pair of chopsticks.

    How To Roll Sushi

    If you'd like to turn your sushi rice into tasty little sushi rolls, then follow these simple steps:

    1. Place a sushi rolling mat onto a flat board;
    2. Place a sheet of nori onto the rolling mat (shiny side facing down);
    3. Sprinkle a few drops of water onto the nori sheet and spread it out (this will soften the nori sheet and allow it to be easily rolled);
    4. Spoon a few tablespoons of the cooked and cooled sushi rice onto the lower ¾ of the nori sheet (closest to you);
    5. Add your fillings in a straight, thin line onto the rice;
    6. Start at the edge closest to you and use the rolling mat to tightly roll the sushi over onto itself (until it's completely rolled);
    7. Cut into pieces and serve.

    Serving Suggestions

    Making your own sushi at home is so delicious and easy!

    Here's a few of the most popular sushi roll fillings:

    • Sushi grade salmon and avocado;
    • Smoked salmon and cream cheese;
    • Tuna and mayo;
    • Spicy tuna and mayo;
    • Chicken schnitze, cut into strips;
    • Prawn and avocado;
    • Tempura prawn;
    • Vegetable (carrot, cucumber, spring onions), cut into matchsticks;
    • Avocado;
    • Calamari;
    • Crab.

    Serve with wasabi, pickled ginger, kewpie mayo and soy sauce - all available in the Asian section of your supermarket, or from Asian speciality shops.

    Expert Tips

    • Weigh the rice into the basket and then remove the basket and rinse the rice through it until the water runs clear.
    • While the basket is out of the Thermomix, add the water.
    • Be very careful removing the simmering basket after the rice has cooked - it will be hot!
    • Pour the rice into a large bowl or plate and add the sushi seasoning (store-bought or homemade).
    • You can buy sushi seasoning (liquid) from the Asian section of the supermarket. Sushi seasoning is made from rice vinegar, water, salt and sugar. Alternatively, you can make your own sushi seasoning at home using this recipe.
    • Allow the sushi rice to cool before using (I recommend chilling it in the fridge and using when completely cold).
    • You can cook the sushi rice ahead of time and store in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 days until needed.
    • Leftover sushi rice can be frozen for up to 1 month. Allow the frozen rice to defrost in the fridge overnight before using.
    Homemade asian rolls in nori.

    FAQ's

    Can I make sushi rice without a Thermomix?

    Absolutely! Simply follow the instructions on the sushi rice packet and cook in a saucepan on the stovetop.

    Can I make sushi rice in an older version of the Thermomix, like the TM31?

    Yes, you can! Just be mindful that the TM31 bowl is smaller than the newer models and do not exceed the max line when adding the water.

    Do I need to use the simmering basket (rice basket)?

    Yes, you do if you're using a Thermomix! The simmering basket holds the rice up above the blades and allows it to cook perfectly.

    What is sushi rice?

    Sushi rice, also known as 'sticky rice', has a high starch and moisture content. As the rice cooks, the heat and liquid break down the starches, making the rice stick together and giving it the sweet flavor and lush plumpness. Sushi rice is traditionally Japanese short-grain rice and differs from other types of rice grains due to its sticky consistency.

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    Thermomix Sushi

    The easiest and BEST Thermomix sushi rice recipe... with just 3 ingredients (water, sushi rice and sushi seasoning), you'll have perfectly cooked sushi rice in 20 minutes!
    5 from 14 votes
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    Course: Dinner, Lunch
    Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
    Prep Time: 2 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 18 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Servings: 10 serves
    Calories: 148kcal
    Author: Lucy - Bake Play Smile

    Ingredients

    • 400 g sushi rice
    • 1000 g water
    • 2-3 tbs sushi seasoning see notes
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    Instructions

    • Place the rice basket (steaming basket) into the Thermomix bowl.
    • Weigh the rice into the basket.
    • Remove the rice basket and rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
    • Add the water to the Thermomix bowl and insert the rice basket (steaming basket) with the rinsed rice.
    • Cook for 18 minutes, Varoma, Speed 4.
    • Carefully remove the rice basket (steaming basket) and spread the rice onto a flat plate or large bowl.
    • Add the sushi seasoning (see notes) and mix well.
    • Cool the rice in the fridge before using.

    Notes

    RECIPE NOTES & TIPS
    • Weigh the rice into the basket and then remove the basket and rinse the rice through it until the water runs clear.
    • While the basket is out of the Thermomix, add the water.
    • Be very careful removing the simmering basket after the rice has cooked - it will be hot!
    • Pour the rice into a large bowl or plate and add the sushi seasoning (store-bought or homemade).
    • You can buy sushi seasoning (liquid) from the Asian section of the supermarket, or specialty Asian shops. Sushi seasoning is made from rice vinegar, water, salt and sugar. Alternatively, you can make your own sushi seasoning at home using this recipe.
    • Allow the sushi rice to cool before using (I recommend chilling it in the fridge and using when completely cold).
    • You can cook the sushi rice ahead of time and store in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 days until needed.
    • Leftover sushi rice can be frozen for up to 1 month. Allow the frozen rice to defrost in the fridge overnight before using.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 148kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 31mg | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Katrina says

      September 29, 2024 at 6:25 pm

      5 stars
      We've used this sushi rice recipe quiet a few times and it's always been amazing

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    5 from 14 votes (13 ratings without comment)

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    I’m Lucy! A mum, a wife, a food blogger and a lover of all things to do with food! I love creating delicious, no-fuss Thermomix and conventional recipes the whole family will love. Classic baking favourites, lunch box snacks, quick and easy family dinners and more!

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