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Uni Nigiri

Delicate sea urchin over seasoned sushi rice, wrapped with a strip of nori. A simple, elegant bite that highlights the creamy, briny flavor of fresh uni.

Total time
40 min
Servings
2
Calories
250
Protein
8g
Uni Nigiri
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Rinse sushi rice under cold water until water runs clear. Cook with 1.25 cups water in a rice cooker or pot.

  2. Step 2

    While rice cooks, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small bowl until dissolved.

  3. Step 3

    When rice is done, transfer to a bowl. Fold in vinegar mixture while fanning rice to cool. Let rest until room temperature.

  4. Step 4

    Cut nori sheet into 1-inch wide strips. Set aside.

  5. Step 5

    Wet your hands with water. Shape about 2 tablespoons of rice into a small oval mound.

  6. Step 6

    Place a piece of uni on top of the rice, pressing gently to adhere.

  7. Step 7

    Wrap a nori strip around the middle of the nigiri, overlapping ends. Serve immediately.

  8. Step 8

    Optional: brush with soy sauce or add a dab of wasabi if you have them.

Tools you’ll need

  • rice cooker or pot
  • mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board

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