I almost always use sushi rice with or without seasoning for meals ( when I
use it seasoned it's because I have leftovers from making sushi) and it's
very good! I like it because it holds together well and doesn't fall off
your fork like converted rices. Other than that I use Jasmine or Basmati...
Louise)

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>> Am I supposed to be able to taste or smell the vinegar dressing in
>> sushi rice?
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> as in should it taste or smell "vinegary"? no
>
>> Does plain sushi rice taste good by itself?
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> if you mean plain as in with no sushi topping, it's not just taste
> (which does matter) as much as it is texture & consistency; it needs
> to be sticky enough to hold together with gentle pressure, yet still
> be light enough so as to complement the texture of the topping. once
> you sample properly prepared sushi rice (which is not that often here
> in the states) it takes the sushi to a different level. here in LA,
> the best rice i've had is made by shige at sushi sushi in beverly
> hills.
>
> (belatedly) james bond?