Shrimp Nigiri
A simple homemade shrimp nigiri with seasoned rice, topped with tender shrimp and served with wasabi and pickled ginger. Perfect for a quick sushi fix at home.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 18g
Ingredients
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 1.25 cups water
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 8 large cooked shrimp
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the 1 cup sushi rice in cold water until the water runs clear, then drain well.
- 2
Combine the rice and 1.25 cups water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 15 minutes.
- 3
In a small bowl, mix the 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sugar, and 0.5 tsp salt until dissolved. Fold this into the hot rice and let it cool to room temperature.
- 4
Wet your hands with water, then shape about 2 tbsp of rice into a small oval. Place one cooked shrimp on top and press gently to secure.
- 5
Serve the nigiri with wasabi and pickled ginger on the side, if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- saucepan with lid
- mixing bowl
- wooden spoon or spatula
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