Ebi Sushi

Delight your taste buds with the simplicity and elegance of classic Ebi Sushi, a beloved Japanese dish that's perfect for sushi lovers and beginners alike. This recipe showcases tender poached shrimp (ebi) paired with perfectly seasoned sushi rice, lightly enhanced with a tangy blend of rice vinegar, sugar, and salt for authentic flavor. Topped with a delicate touch of wasabi, each piece is crafted to highlight the shrimp's natural sweetness and delicate texture. Quick to prepare in just under an hour, this sushi masterpiece is served with soy sauce for dipping, making it an ideal appetizer or light meal. Learn how to create this restaurant-quality Ebi Sushi at home with step-by-step instructions, complete with tips for shaping the rice and preparing the shrimp for the ultimate sushi experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Large shrimp (ebi), shells on
• 2 cups Sushi rice
• 5 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 3 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Wasabi
• 0 Soy sauce

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.

Step 2

Place the rice and water in a rice cooker. Cook according to the manufacturer's instructions. Once cooked, let it rest for 10 minutes.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Heat over low heat until the sugar and salt dissolve completely. Do not let it boil.

Step 4

Transfer the cooked rice to a large wooden or plastic bowl. Gradually fold the vinegar mixture into the rice using a wooden spatula. Fan the rice to cool and give it a glossy finish.

Step 5

Fill a bowl with cold water and ice. Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes until just cooked through.

Step 6

Immediately transfer the cooked shrimp to the ice bath to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, peel and devein the shrimp, leaving the tails on.

Step 7

Make a small incision along the underside of each shrimp to help them lay flat.

Step 8

With damp hands, form about 2 tablespoons of sushi rice into an oval shape. Place a small dab of wasabi on the underside of a shrimp and press it onto the rice.

Step 9

Repeat the same process until all shrimp and rice are used.

Step 10

Serve the ebi sushi with soy sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1396.4 grams (1396.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	858

Total Fat 1.80g	2%
Saturated Fat 0.50g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 340mg	113%
Sodium 2801mg	122%
Total Carbohydrate 149.10g	54%
Dietary Fiber 2.10g	8%
Total Sugars 25.70g
Protein 54.80g	110%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 191mg	15%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 673mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.9%

Protein: 26.4%

Carbs: 71.7%