noun
Inari
noun
1
A style of sushi made from seasoned rice stuffed into a pouch of sweet, fried tofu (aburaage).
"She packed inari for lunch because it travels well without refrigeration."
"The bento box came with two pieces of inari and a few rolls."
How to Use Inari
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA sweet, tofu-wrapped sushi pouch filled with rice, popular as a portable snack.
Common pairings
inari sushi
a piece of inari
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Etymology
Named after Inari, the Japanese deity associated with rice, foxes, and agriculture — foxes are said to favor fried tofu, which gave the dish its name.