Start by rinsing the rice in a fine-mesh strainer 3 times under cold water, or until the water comes clear. Add the rice to a pot and add the water (depending on how big your pot is, this might change). As a rule of thumb, add two fingers of water on top of your rice. 

Cook the rice over medium heat until the water reaches a simmer. Cover and cook for about 15-17 minutes or until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender. Remove from the heat with the lid still on and let it rest for ten minutes. 

In a microwave-safe bowl add the rice vinegar, sugar and salt and microwave for 20 seconds, afterwards mix well. After the rice has rested, transfer it to a large bowl. Stir in the vinegar mixture 1 teaspoon at a time folding the rice until you have used all the mix. Don't overwork it. Let it rest until almost at room temperature.

In the meantime, cut the tofu into rectangles of 1.5 x 2.5 cm. Heat the frying oil in a large pan and start frying as soon as it's hot. Fry for 5-7 minutes or until both sides are golden. Transfer the fried tofu to a plate with paper towels. Remove the oil from the pan. 

Mix the ingredients for the garlic soy sauce in a small bowl and add them to the same pan on medium heat. After a couple of minutes, add the tofu to the sauce and let it cook until the sauce has thickened and is covering the tofu slices. 

Cut the nori sheets on a cutting board, around 1.5 cm wide. Prepare a small bowl of cold water beside you and get ready to assemble your tofu nigiri.

On the cutting board, place the nori sheet and add the tofu slice in the middle of it. Shape a rectangle or small ball of rice the same size as the tofu with your hands and place it on top of the tofu. Now slightly wet the nori sheet and wrap it around the tofu and rice. 

Set your first tofu nigiri on a plate and keep repeating the same step until you finish all your tofu slices. When you are done, you can add any leftover sauce to the tofu or set it in a small bowl to dip in. 

Lastly, add the finishing touches with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and/or crispy dried onions. Or add any of your favourite toppings and get ready to enjoy your tofu nigiri!