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Uruchimai | Local Rice From Japan | TasteAtlas
Uruchimai | Local Rice From Japan | TasteAtlas
Uruchimai | Local Rice From Japan | TasteAtlas
Uruchimai | Local Rice From Japan | TasteAtlas

Uruchimai

(粳米, Sushi Rice)

Uruchimai or Japanese short-grain rice is a short-grain cultivar of Japonica rice and is the staple ingredient of Japanese cuisine. The grains of this type of rice are short and plump and contain more starch than regular rice.


They're also known for their sticky and moist texture. Uruchimai is incredibly versatile and can be used in various types of dishes. It’s mostly eaten plain, but the rice can be served with vegetables, seafood, dashi, or soy sauce. This rice variety is also used to make sake, shochu, and rice vinegar.

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