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For onigiri, have you tried semi-dry the (vinegared) rice by, suddenly cooled or not?

I prefer my onigiri with sesame oil. It's not really an authentic Japanese touch; more like Korean touch.

Originally Posted by trunker

calrose rice?

its as close to japanese rice without being japanese, and its pretty cheap. basmati and jasmine just arent sticky enough. and they have a different flavour.

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Calrose rice tastes weak. This is why I have to skip rice for nice wheat flatbread.