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Tuna Crispy Rice

Crispy Tuna Rice Bites: Your New Favorite Gourmet Snack

Experience the delightful crunch of Tuna Crispy Rice with creamy, spicy tuna, a quick gourmet snack perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sushi Rice
  • 1 cup Sushi Rice Rinse thoroughly until water is clear.
  • 1.25 cups Water Essential for cooking the sushi rice.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor during cooking.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Recommended for sushi seasoning.
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar Balances the vinegar's acidity.
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Infuses a nutty depth.
For the Spicy Tuna Mixture
  • 6 ounces Ahi Tuna (sushi-grade) Finely chopped.
  • 3 tablespoons Japanese Kewpie Mayonnaise For creaminess and umami flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust for spice level.
  • 1 teaspoon Soy Sauce Choose a high-quality variety.
  • 1 teaspoon Lime Juice For brightness.
For Toppings & Garnish
  • 1 medium Avocado Sliced.
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds For crunch.
  • 2 tablespoons Chives or Scallions Minced for garnish.
  • Jalapeño or Serrano Pepper Sliced, if desired.

Equipment

  • Rice Cooker
  • large skillet
  • Baking tray
  • sharp knife
  • mixing bowl
  • Parchment paper
  • Plastic Wrap

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear, then cook with water and salt according to rice cooker instructions.
  2. Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and sesame oil in a small bowl until dissolved, then fold into the cooked rice.
  3. Spread seasoned rice on a baking tray lined with parchment, press down to form a layer, then chill for at least 1 hour.
  4. Cut chilled rice into 2x1 inch rectangles.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and fry rice rectangles until golden brown on both sides, then drain on a wire rack.
  6. Combine tuna, Kewpie mayonnaise, Sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil, and lime juice in a bowl and mix well.
  7. Assemble by placing avocado on rice rectangles, topping with spicy tuna mix, and sprinkling with sesame seeds and chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 2bitesCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately for optimal flavor and texture; customize toppings for a personal touch.

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