Ingredient

Sushi Seasoning

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Manufacturers add sushi seasoning to provide a sweet and tangy flavor to rice, which …

What it is

Sushi seasoning is a liquid mixture used to flavor rice for sushi. It is typically made by combining rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Some variations may also include ingredients like mirin (sweet rice wine) or kombu (seaweed).

Why it's used

Manufacturers add sushi seasoning to provide a sweet and tangy flavor to rice, which is a key component of sushi. It helps to balance the richness of fish and other fillings. It is most commonly found in sushi rice, but can also be used in marinades or salad dressings.

Health notes

Sushi seasoning is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. The primary ingredients, vinegar, sugar, and salt, are common food components with established safety profiles. JECFA has evaluated some of the individual components, such as acetic acid (from vinegar), and established acceptable daily intakes. While excessive intake of sugar and salt can be linked to health concerns, the amounts used in typical sushi seasoning are unlikely to pose a risk.

Allergen info

Sushi seasoning is not typically derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten unless a specific ingredient like soy sauce (which may contain wheat) is added.

Products containing Sushi Seasoning

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Japanese Food Express, Inc. Real Crab Roll Sushi High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 146kcal 3.0Protein 4.0Fat 22.2Carbs Japanese Food Express, Inc. Sushi Combo Sushi High in sodium — 43% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 21% DV per serving 166kcal 6.5Protein 4.8Fat 22.7Carbs Japanese Food Express, Inc. Nigiri Sushi Sushi High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving 165kcal 7.1Protein 2.8Fat 27.4Carbs Japanese Food Express, Inc. Tempura Shrimp, Imitation Crab, Avocado Spicy Mayo, Sushi Sauce Sharry Dog Roll, Sharry Dog Sushi High in sodium — 35% DV per serving 179kcal 5.7Protein 7.1Fat 23.6Carbs Advanced Fresh Concepts Corp. Shrimp, Imitation Crab Premium Hawaiian Poke Bowl, Shrimp, Imitation Crab Sushi High in sodium — 90% DV per serving 158kcal 0Protein 4.2Fat 25.7Carbs Japanese Food Express, Inc. Salmon & Tuna Fresh Roll And Nigiri C Sushi Combo, Salmon & Tuna Sushi High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 129kcal 8.6Protein 1.8Fat 19.3Carbs Japanese Food Express, Inc. Sushi Combo D Sushi High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 129kcal 8.6Protein 1.1Fat 19.3Carbs Japanese Food Express, Inc. Fresh Roll, Nilgiri (Salmon & Tuna) Party Platter, Fresh Roll, Nigiri (Salmon & Tuna) Sushi High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 129kcal 7.9Protein 2.1Fat 19.3Carbs Japanese Food Express, Inc. Shrimp Tempura Tuna, Salmon, Tempura Shrimp, Cucumber, Fried Onion, Avocado Nigiri Combo, Tuna, Salmon, Tempura Shrimp, Cucumber, Fried Onion, Avocado Sushi 157kcal 7.1Protein 4.3Fat 22.1Carbs Spicy Tuna Roll, Spicy Japanese Food Express, Inc. Spicy Tuna Roll, Spicy Sushi 150kcal 7.9Protein 3.6Fat 20.7Carbs Vegetable Sushi With Avocado, Carrot, Cucumber & Red Pepper Roll, Vegetable With Avocado, Carrot, Cucumber & Red Pepper Brigaboom LLC Vegetable Sushi With Avocado, Carrot, Cucumber & Red Pepper Roll, Vegetable With Avocado, Carrot, Cucumber & Red Pepper Sushi High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 126kcal 2.6Protein 1.8Fat 24.7Carbs Spicy California Roll, Spicy California Brigaboom LLC Spicy California Roll, Spicy California Sushi High in sodium — 47% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving 156kcal 2.9Protein —Fat 25.4Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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