Thermomix Sushi

This Thermomix Sushi is the easiest way to make perfect sticky sushi rice at home - no stress, no guesswork.

If you love easy Thermomix basics like Thermomix mashed potato or Thermomix brown rice, this one is going to be a game-changer.

This Thermomix sushi rice is one of those recipes that makes you feel like you've got your life together 😄

It's quick, easy and turns out perfectly every time - no burnt pots or sticky mess.

Use it for sushi rolls, poke bowls, or even a quick dinner with bang bang chicken or crispy chicken schnitzel on top.

Sushi Ingredients

You only need a couple of ingredients, but here's what's important:

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

• Sushi rice - This Japanese short-grain rice has a higher starch content, which gives it that signature sticky, slightly glossy texture that holds together perfectly for sushi. Don't substitute with long grain or jasmine rice as they won't give you that classic sticky texture.
• Sushi seasoning (liquid) - A mix of rice vinegar, sugar and salt that gives sushi rice its signature flavour - find it in the Asian section of the supermarket, Asian specialty shops, or you can make your own.

How To Make Thermomix Sushi Rice

This is one of those recipes where the Thermomix does all the heavy lifting.

Rinse the rice, cook it in the basket, then mix through the seasoning while warm. Chill… and you've got perfect sushi rice every single time.

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

1. Weigh and rinse the rice: Place the simmering basket into the Thermomix bowl and weigh in the sushi rice. Remove the basket and rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear (this step is crucial!).

2. Cook the rice: Add water (1000ml) to the Thermomix bowl, then return the rice-filled basket. Cook for 18 minutes, Varoma, Speed 4.

3. Add sushi seasoning: Carefully remove the basket using the hook on the spatula (it will be HOT!) and transfer the rice to a large bowl or tray. Gently mix through the sushi seasoning while the rice is still warm.
4. Allow the rice to cool completely (preferably in the fridge) before using.

How To Roll Sushi

If you'd like to turn your sushi rice into 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

Here are 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 schnitzel, 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 specialty shops.

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