Description
Experience the delightful taste of 15-min. Easy Japanese Tuna Onigiri, a simple and satisfying dish perfect for breakfast, snacks, or packed lunches. These flavorful rice balls feature tender short-grain rice combined with creamy tuna mayo, all wrapped in crispy nori. Easy to prepare with just six ingredients, they are customizable to suit any palate, making them an ideal choice for both kids and adults alike. Whether enjoyed at home or taken on a picnic, these onigiri are sure to bring joy to your meal.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked short-grain rice
- 5.29 oz canned tuna (in oil or water)
- 2 tbsp Japanese mayo
- 2 sheets nori
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Optional: 1 tsp sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice: In a bowl, mix hot cooked rice with salt. Set aside.
- Prepare the Filling: Strain tuna using a fine sieve and mix with Japanese mayo in a bowl.
- Shape the Rice Balls: Wet hands to prevent sticking, take 1/2 cup of rice, flatten it into a pancake, and create a dent in the center.
- Add Filling: Spoon tuna mixture into the dent and fold over the rice to form a ball or triangle shape.
- Wrap with Nori: Wrap each onigiri with a piece of nori and garnish with sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 18mg
Keywords: Choose sushi rice for optimal texture. Experiment with different fillings like avocado or pickled vegetables to enhance flavor.