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How To Make Crispy Rice Sushi Recipe With Spicy Tuna

I’ve got something special for your next sushi night that’s going to totally elevate your game. It's all about making sushi with a twist—Crispy Rice Sushi. 
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Servings: 15 sushi bites
Calories: 91kcal

Ingredients

SUSHI RICE CAKES

  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tsp white sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup glutinous rice
  • 1 ½ cups water

TUNA MIXTURE

  • 300 g sashimi grade tuna chopped
  • 1 ½ tbsp sriracha
  • 2 tbsp kewpie mayo
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 green onion sprigs finely chopped
  • pinch of salt

TOPPINGS

  • 1 avocado thinly sliced
  • 15 jalapeño slices thinly sliced
  • 2 tsp sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Start by mixing the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small bowl until dissolved.
  • Place the rice and water in a small pot without a lid over medium-high heat. Once it begins to bubble along the edges, cover with a lid and lower the heat to low. Cook for 13 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit for 10 minutes with the lid on.
  • Remove the lid. Pour the sushi seasoning over the cooked rice and gently mix until combined.
  • Press the seasoned rice into a flat, even layer in an 8x8 inch baking dish. Press down as firmly as possible (can use another baking dish to press down). Refrigerate overnight or minimum 6 hours to firm up. 
  • Once the rice is set, cut the chilled rice into 15 rectangles or 20 small bite-sized squares using a sharp knife. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and fry the rice pieces until golden and crispy on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Place them on a paper towel to drain off any excess oil.
  • In a small bowl mix together the raw tuna, sriracha, kewpie mayo, sesame oil, green onion, and salt. Top the crispy rice cakes with thinly sliced avocado slices, your sushi-grade tuna mixture, a jalapeño slice, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. 
  • Arrange the crispy rice sushi on a plate and serve immediately. It's best enjoyed fresh while the rice is still crispy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 91kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 176mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g