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Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice

Irresistible Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice Bites You’ll Love

Enjoy these Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice bites, a delightful blend of crispy rice and savory spicy tuna, perfect for appetizers.
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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: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup sushi rice short-grain for best results
  • 1.25 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 cups rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
For the Spicy Tuna
  • 8 ounces ahi tuna sushi-grade for freshest flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Kewpie mayonnaise regular mayo can be a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha adjust according to your spicy preference
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce opt for gluten-free if needed
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice optional for extra zing
Toppings and Garnishes
  • 1 medium avocado sliced
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 tablespoons chives or scallions finely chopped
  • 1 piece jalapeño or serrano pepper sliced, optional for heat

Equipment

  • Rice Cooker
  • Skillet
  • Baking tray
  • sharp knife
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

Preparing the Dish
  1. Rinse sushi rice in cold water until water runs clear, then cook in rice cooker with water and salt until tender.
  2. Mix rice vinegar, granulated sugar, and sesame oil in a bowl, then fold into warm cooked rice.
  3. Pack seasoned rice into a square baking tray lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  4. Slice chilled rice into bite-sized rectangles, about 2 x 1 inches.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet, fry rice rectangles until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
  6. Combine diced tuna, Kewpie mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, and lime juice in a mixing bowl.
  7. Assemble by layering avocado, spicy tuna mixture, and garnishes on crispy rice pieces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Adjust sriracha to control the spiciness. Store crispy rice and spicy tuna separately for best texture.

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