Totoro Inari Sushi Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Prepare the sushi rice by washing and cooking it according to the package instructions. Season the rice with sushi vinegar and let it cool.
• STEP 2.Cut the aburaage into rectangular pieces and soak them in hot water to remove excess oil. Drain and squeeze out any excess water.
• STEP 3.Open each aburaage pouch and stuff them with sushi rice. Mold the rice into a rectangular shape.
• STEP 4.Cut out Totoro shapes from nori using a template or freehand. Place the nori Totoro faces on top of the rice-filled aburaage pouches.
• STEP 5.Slice cucumber into thin rounds and place them on the sides of the Totoro faces to create the ears.
• STEP 6.Serve the Totoro Inari Sushi as a cute and delicious appetizer or snack. Enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to rinse the sushi rice thoroughly before cooking to remove excess starch.
• Use a sushi mat or plastic wrap to help mold the rice into the desired shape.
• You can use a toothpick or small knife to cut out the Totoro shapes from the nori.

Storage and Serving

• Totoro Inari Sushi is best served fresh, but you can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• To reheat, gently microwave the sushi for a few seconds or enjoy it cold.
• Serve the Totoro Inari Sushi as a fun and creative appetizer at parties or as a cute lunchbox addition.