Basic Sushi Rice

Directions

1. 1
   Add rinsed rice to 3 1/4 cups of water in a large pot and allow to soak for 30 minutes.
2. 2
   Bring rice to a boil, then lower heat, cover and cook for 15 minutes.
3. 3
   Remove from heat and allow rice to steam, covered, for an additional 15 minutes.
4. 4
   In a small pot, bring rice vinegar, sugar and salt to a boil, then stir well, remove from heat and allow to cool.
5. 5
   Spread the hot rice over a baking sheet in an even layer, then gradually sprinkle on vinegar mixture, folding gently with a large plastic or rubber spatula until all the vinegar is used.
6. 6
   Take care not to mash the grains together.