Irresistible Beef Kimchi Inari Sushi
Mastering the Addictive Beef Kimchi Inari Sushi
Hello everyone! This is NeighborDeer, sharing a delightful recipe with you all (•ө•)♡. Today, I’m excited to introduce a truly special Inari sushi that even my husband and I, who aren’t big fans of plain Inari sushi, absolutely adore. It’s our ‘Irresistible Beef Kimchi Inari Sushi’! The perfect harmony of savory beef and tangy kimchi nestled within the sweet, seasoned tofu pouches creates an explosion of flavors that is simply addictive. Get ready to make a batch that you won’t be able to stop eating!
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups rice (cooked and warm)
- 28 seasoned tofu pouches for Inari sushi
- Inari sushi seasoning mix (if included in kit)
- Vinegar, sugar, salt (if not included in kit)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s prepare the seasoned tofu pouches, which are the foundation of our Inari sushi. Pour the liquid that comes with the Inari sushi kit into a frying pan. Bring it to a simmer over medium heat and let it reduce slightly. This process infuses the tofu pouches with a wonderful savory flavor. Once reduced, remove the tofu pouches and let them cool down. (If you don’t have a kit, you can simmer water with a little soy sauce, sugar, and vinegar to achieve a similar effect.)
Step 2
Now, let’s make the delicious stir-fried beef filling. Take the ground beef and gently press it with paper towels to remove any excess blood and moisture. Removing the blood is key to ensuring a clean, non-gamey flavor.
Step 3
In the same frying pan (or a clean one), add the drained ground beef, 1 tablespoon of minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce. Stir-fry over medium heat until the beef is thoroughly cooked. Use a fork or spatula to break up any clumps and ensure even cooking.
Step 4
Next, we’ll prepare the flavorful stir-fried kimchi. Take your well-fermented napa cabbage kimchi and finely chop it with scissors. Aim for small, bite-sized pieces, as larger chunks can be difficult to fit into the tofu pouches.
Step 5
Lightly grease a pan with cooking oil and add the chopped kimchi. Stir-fry over medium-low heat until the kimchi softens and its sharp tang mellows into a pleasant sweetness. This step enhances the kimchi’s flavor profile, making it perfect for the sushi. Keep stirring to prevent burning.
Step 6
Prepare the sweet corn for a touch of sweetness and texture. If using canned sweet corn, drain it thoroughly using a sieve. Excess water can make the sushi rice soggy, so ensure it’s well-drained.
Step 7
It’s time to mix everything together to create the filling for our Inari sushi! In a bowl with your warm, fluffy rice, add the stir-fried beef, chopped kimchi, and drained sweet corn. Gently mix everything together with a spatula, being careful not to mash the rice grains. (If your Inari sushi kit came with a seasoning sachet, add it now and mix well.)
Step 8
The final step! Carefully open a prepared tofu pouch and generously stuff it with the delicious rice mixture. Gently press to shape the sushi. Be mindful not to overfill, as this can cause the pouch to burst. Shape them neatly for an appealing presentation. And there you have it – your ‘Irresistible Beef Kimchi Inari Sushi’ is ready to be enjoyed! Bon appétit!
