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Glutinous rice is even stickier than sushi rice and is more typically used in desserts. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo give your sushi that professional quality, you will need to season it properly. Check out our range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.orientalmart.co.uk\/vinegars\"\u003erice vinegars\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.orientalmart.co.uk\/japanese-rice-toppings-furikake\"\u003efurikake seasoning\u003c\/a\u003e to achieve the perfect flavour. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eshort grain rice \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShort-grain rice is not only ideal for sushi but is also a great option for making onigiri, bibimbap, donburi rice bowls and for accompanying katsu curry or even making rice-based desserts. 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