How is Sushi Rice used in Thai cooking?

Sushi rice - khao yipun - is Japanese short-grain rice cooked and then seasoned with rice vinegar, salt, sugar, and sometimes kombu kelp. That seasoning, and the starch in short-grain rice, makes it stickier and glossier than plain white rice, so it holds together for sushi. It's a Japanese ingredient rather than a Thai one, included for fusion and Japanese-style dishes. Worth knowing it's distinct from Thai sticky rice - different grain, different method, and seasoned rather than plain.

Can I cook with Sushi Rice in a Chiang Mai cooking class?

Yes - we use Sushi Rice in our hands-on classes. Explore them on our Cooking Classes page.

Sushi Rice - Thai Rice Varieties | Thai Akha Kitchen

Sushi rice - khao yipun - is Japanese short-grain rice cooked and then seasoned with rice vinegar, salt, sugar, and sometimes kombu kelp. That seasoning,…

Sushi Rice - Thai Rice Varieties | Thai Akha Kitchen Sushi rice - khao yipun - is Japanese short-grain rice cooked and then seasoned with rice vinegar, salt, sugar, and sometimes kombu kelp. That seasoning,…