Emel TürkdoğanCommis de Cuisine
26 June 2026 Last updated: 10 September 2026

Inarizushi, a classic Japanese bento snack, is made by filling sweet-and-savory simmered tofu pockets with vinegared sushi rice. The pockets can be prepared ahead and are well suited to serving cold.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Simmer the Tofu Pockets

15 min

Simmer the ready-to-use fried tofu pockets in a mixture of soy sauce, sugar, and a little water over low heat for 15 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed.

2

Cool the Pockets

10 min

Remove the cooked tofu pockets from the syrup, spread them in a single layer on a tray, and let them cool to room temperature.

3

Prepare the Sushi Rice

10 min

Gently mix the cooked rice with the rice vinegar and sugar in a large bowl, keeping it sticky but allowing it to cool slightly. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the rice.

4

Fill the Pockets

10 min

Carefully open each tofu pocket and fill it with a handful of rice without pressing it down. Fold the edges inward to close.

Reminder

Do not overfill the tofu pockets with rice; they may tear and spill when you fold the opening closed. Allergen: contains soy. Additional allergen check: check the product label for a gluten statement on soy sauce. Product contents may vary.

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Seda Karaca Marmiton 2 months ago

Tofu poşetlerinin tatlı-tuzlu tadı pirinçle çok güzel dengeleniyor, çocuklarım bile severek yedi.

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Ayşe Alkan Commis 2 months ago

İlk denememde tofu poşetlerinin ağzını fazla açmaya çalışırken ikisini yırttım, dikkatli ilerleyince kalanları sorunsuz doldurdum. Soğuk servis edince bento kutusunda gayet iyi durdu, çocuklarım bile beğendi.

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