Totoro Inari Sushi Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Totoro Inari Sushi is a cute and delicious Japanese dish inspired by the popular character from the movie 'My Neighbor Totoro'. It is made by stuffing seasoned sushi rice into sweet and tangy aburaage (fried tofu pouches). The adorable Totoro faces are created using nori (seaweed) and cucumber slices. This dish is perfect for Totoro fans and sushi lovers alike!

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Ingredients for Totoro Inari Sushi Recipe

  • 1 cup Sushi Rice
  • 2 Aburaage
  • 1 tablespoon Sushi Vinegar
  • 1 Sheets Nori
  • 1/2 Small Cucumber

Directions: 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.
Nutrition
value
511
calories per serving
5 g Fat10 g Protein105 g Carbs5 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    5g
  • Protein
    10g
  • Carbs
    105g
  • Fiber
    5g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    105g
  • Protein
    10g
  • Fiber
    5g

Fats

  • Fat
    5g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    15mg
  • Iron
    6mg
  • Vitamin A
    0mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    2mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    16mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    0mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    15mcg
  • Magnesium
    99mg
  • Manganese
    1mg
  • Phosphorus
    254mg
  • Selenium
    1mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp