Worthy Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice
Worthy Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice is a delightful fusion of flavors featuring crispy rice topped with a creamy, spicy tuna mixture. This dish delivers a satisfying crunch that perfectly complements the fresh ocean taste of sushi-grade tuna. Ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in, it promises to impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds. Get ready to recreate this trendy restaurant favorite at home!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (12 rice cakes) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 1 ¼ cups water
- 8 oz sushi-grade tuna, diced
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise (preferably Kewpie)
- 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Nori sheets, cut into squares
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear. Combine with water in a pot, bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Let cool.
- In a bowl, combine diced tuna, mayonnaise, and Sriracha sauce. Mix well and adjust spice level as desired.
- Spread cooled rice onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and press down to form an even layer about 1 inch thick. Cut into squares or rectangles.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each rice cake for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Place fried rice cakes on serving plates. Top with spicy tuna mixture, then sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Enjoy warm for the best experience!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rice cake
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Ensure the oil is hot but not smoking before frying for optimal crispiness. Try adding avocado or different sauces like eel sauce for variations on flavor.