sushi rice
noun
: cooked short-grain rice that is dressed with rice vinegar and often sugar and used in various Japanese dishes (especially sushi)
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The salmon version came wrapped in dark seaweed with a satisfying crunch that contrasted the soft, slightly tangy sushi rice, while the buttery salmon inside delivered a clean, subtly sweet finish in every bite.
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Evan Moore
april 14, Charlotte Observer, 14 Apr. 2026
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Evan Moore
april 14, Charlotte Observer, 14 Apr. 2026
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“Sushi rice.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sushi%20rice. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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