Spicy Tuna Onigiri (Japanese Rice Balls with Creamy Tuna Mayo)

Spicy Tuna Onigiri

This spicy tuna onigiri is your next go-to snack! Packed with creamy, flavorful tuna mayo and wrapped in crisp nori, these Japanese rice balls are satisfying, simple, and oh-so-addictive . Perfect for lunch boxes, picnics, or a quick bite when hunger hits.

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 10 min
Total Time: 20 min

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked short-grain rice (sushi rice or Calrose rice)
• ½ tsp salt
• Water (to moisten rice paddle)
• ½ sheet nori (or 2 sheets if preferred)
• ½ tsp black sesame seeds (optional)

Spicy Tuna Filling:

• 5.29 oz canned tuna in oil (or tuna in water, strained well)
• 2 tbsp Japanese mayo (or regular mayo)
• 1 tbsp sriracha sauce (or any hot sauce)

Step-by-Step Instructions (Detailed):

1. Prep the rice:
   While the rice is still warm, season it with salt and mix well. Keep covered to retain moisture .
2. Make the tuna filling:
   In a bowl, combine well-strained canned tuna, mayo, and sriracha. Mix until creamy.
3. Set up your workstation:
   Lay a large sheet of plastic wrap (15 x 15 inches) on a clean surface. Moisten your rice paddle to avoid sticking.
4. Assemble the rice base:
   Place ¾ cup of rice on the plastic wrap. Flatten it into a ½-inch thick circle.
5. Add the filling:
   Spoon ¼ of the tuna mayo mixture into the center of the rice.
6. Shape the onigiri:
   Gather the corners of the plastic wrap, forming a ball while pushing the filling inward. Gently shape it into a triangle using the space between your thumb and index finger .
7. Wrap with nori:
   Cut nori into strips and wrap around the base of each rice ball, rough side in. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for a pretty finish .

Nutrition Info Table + Disclaimer:

Disclaimer:

Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.

Spicy Tuna Onigiri

This spicy tuna onigiri is your next go-to snack! Packed with creamy, flavorful tuna mayo and wrapped in crisp nori, these Japanese rice balls are satisfying, simple, and oh-so-addictive.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Servings: 1 piece

Course: Lunch, Snack

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 212

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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Rice and Seasoning

• 3 cups cooked short-grain rice (sushi rice or Calrose rice)
• 0.5 tsp salt
• Water (to moisten rice paddle)
• 0.5 sheet nori (or 2 sheets if preferred)
• 0.5 tsp black sesame seeds (optional) For garnish

Spicy Tuna Filling

• 5.29 oz canned tuna in oil (or tuna in water, strained well)
• 2 tbsp Japanese mayo (or regular mayo)
• 1 tbsp sriracha sauce (or any hot sauce)

Method

 

Preparation

1. While the rice is still warm, season it with salt and mix well. Keep covered to retain moisture.
2. In a bowl, combine well-strained canned tuna, mayo, and sriracha. Mix until creamy.
3. Lay a large sheet of plastic wrap (15 x 15 inches) on a clean surface. Moisten your rice paddle to avoid sticking.
4. Place ¾ cup of rice on the plastic wrap. Flatten it into a ½-inch thick circle.
5. Spoon ¼ of the tuna mayo mixture into the center of the rice.
6. Gather the corners of the plastic wrap, forming a ball while pushing the filling inward. Gently shape it into a triangle using the space between your thumb and index finger.
7. Cut nori into strips and wrap around the base of each rice ball, rough side in. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for a pretty finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 212kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 10gFat: 6gFiber: 1gSugar: 0.1g

Notes

Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.

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