Stuffed Rice Balls Recipe
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Description
Stuffed rice balls are a popular Japanese dish also known as onigiri. These delicious balls are made of sticky rice stuffed with savory fillings such as salmon, tuna, chicken, or vegetables. They are perfect for a quick snack or lunch and can be easily packed for a picnic or a lunchbox.Prep Time
The prep time for this recipe is approximately 30 minutes.Cook Time
The cook time for this recipe is approximately 30 minutes.Ingredients
- 2 cups of sushi rice
- 2 1/4 cups of water
- 1/4 cup of rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 can of salmon or tuna
- 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon of ginger powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 cup of cooked and chopped chicken
- 1/2 cup of cooked mixed vegetables
- Nori sheets
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Mixing bowl
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Wooden spoon
- Plastic wrap
Method
- Rinse the sushi rice in a strainer until the water runs clear. Drain the rice and add it to a saucepan with 2 1/4 cups of water. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan. Cook for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Mix until the sugar and salt dissolve.
- Spread the cooked rice on a large plate or a wooden surface. Pour the vinegar mixture over the rice and mix well with a wooden spoon. Let the rice cool down to room temperature.
- Open the can of salmon or tuna and drain the liquid. In a mixing bowl, combine the salmon or tuna, mayonnaise, soy sauce, ginger powder, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- Chop the cooked chicken and mixed vegetables into small pieces.
- To make the stuffed rice balls, wet your hands with water and take a handful of rice. Form a ball with your hands, then make an indentation in the center with your thumb.
- Add a spoonful of the salmon or tuna filling, or the chicken and vegetable filling, into the indentation. Cover the filling with more rice and shape the ball into a triangle or a round shape.
- Wrap the stuffed rice balls with a strip of nori sheet, shiny side down. Use a small piece of plastic wrap to cover the nori if it doesn't stick well.
- Repeat the process until all the rice and filling are used up.
- Stuffed rice balls can be served immediately or packed for later. They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
Stuffed rice balls can be made with various fillings according to your preference. You can also use leftover meat, seafood, or vegetables as filling.Nutrition Info
- Calories: 200
- Protein: 10g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
Recipe Tips
- Use sticky sushi rice for best results. Other types of rice may not stick well and fall apart.
- Wet your hands with water to prevent the rice from sticking to your hands.
- You can add a pinch of salt to the filling to enhance the flavor.
- If you don't have nori sheets, you can skip this step or wrap the rice balls with sesame seeds, shredded coconut, or chopped herbs.
- Stuffed rice balls can be frozen for up to a month. Thaw them in the refrigerator before reheating in the microwave or oven.
Bon appetit!
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