Inari Sushi (Tofu Pockets Filled with Rice)
Inari Sushi, also known as tofu pockets filled with seasoned rice, is a delightful Japanese dish that combines sweet and savory flavors in every bite. These golden pockets are easy to make and can be customized with a variety of fresh fillings, making them perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home. Impress your friends and family with this simple yet flavorful recipe that brings a taste of Japan right to your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 Inari Tofu Pockets
- 2 cups short-grain sushi rice
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 ripe avocado, diced (optional)
- 1/2 cucumber, cut into thin strips (optional)
- 1 medium carrot, shredded (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook according to package instructions (approximately 20 minutes).
- In a bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Fold this mixture into the warm cooked rice.
- Carefully open each tofu pocket and stuff with seasoned sushi rice using wet hands to prevent sticking. Add optional fillings if desired.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over each filled pocket before serving.
- Arrange on a platter and serve with pickled ginger or wasabi if you like.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Inari Sushi Pocket (85g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg