Description
Japanese Inari sushi uniquely evolved in Taiwan. Fried tofu pouches are ~1.5x Japanese size, characteristically simmered 'sweeter and juicier'.
Restaurants serving Taiwanese Inari Sushi
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The Recipe section below is a general reference, not a recipe from the listed shops.
Recipe
Ingredients
- Seasoned fried tofu pouch(Giant size)
- Vinegared rice
- Black sesame
Instructions
- [Authentic Recipe]
- Prepare 'giant seasoned fried tofu pouches (Doupi)' sold in Taiwan markets (*Simmered sweet/salty with soy, massive sugar, dashi).
- Mix slightly sweet sushi vinegar and black (or white) sesame into freshly cooked rice.
- Gently open flavored pouch, stuff vinegared rice full to the limit.
- Sprinkle a little black sesame on top to finish.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Fried tofu's intense sweet/salty soy aroma and sesame
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
(Irreplaceable due to unique sweetness and size)
Pairing
Miso soup(with salmon bones)、Oolong tea
Trivia
[For Everyone] A staple menu always piled high alongside nori rolls at Taiwan night market/market sushi corners. Pouch is thicker than Japanese inari; biting spreads sweet dashi 'juicily' filling the mouth. Just one fills the stomach, Taiwanese favorite best cost-performance sushi.
Eating tips & etiquette
[Unique Eating] Hide 'pork floss (Rousong)' or 'corn mayo' inside the vinegared rice as a secret flavor, enjoying the surprise the moment you bite!
Allergen
Soy, Wheat (from soy sauce), Sesame