Crispy Rice Spicy Tuna
Crispy Rice Spicy Tuna features crunchy, golden rice cakes topped with a flavorful spicy tuna mix, blending textures and bold flavors in a delicious appetizer or light meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked sushi rice
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 6 ounces fresh sushi-grade tuna, finely diced
- 2 teaspoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Combine cooked sushi rice with rice vinegar and salt; mix gently and let cool.
- Form the rice into small rectangular or oval shapes about 2 inches long and 1 inch wide.
- Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry the rice cakes until golden and crispy on both sides, about 3–4 minutes per side; drain on paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix diced tuna with mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil, and green onion to create the spicy tuna topping.
- Spoon the spicy tuna mixture on top of each crispy rice cake.
- Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and serve immediately.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a drizzle of spicy mayo or wasabi on the side. This dish pairs well with a light soy dipping sauce.
Find it online: https://delilita.com/crispy-rice-spicy-tuna/