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Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice

Irresistible Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice You’ll Crave at Home

An appetizer featuring bold flavors of spicy tuna and crispy rice, creating a delicious treat that's perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Fusion, Japanese
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Sushi Rice Rinse until the water runs clear
  • 1.25 cups Water
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 cup Rice Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
For the Spicy Tuna Mixture
  • 8 ounces Ahi Tuna Sushi-grade
  • 2 tablespoons Japanese Kewpie Mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust based on heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon Soy Sauce Opt for sushi-grade
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice
For Assembly and Garnish
  • 1 whole Avocado Fresh
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds
  • 2 tablespoons Chives or Scallions Finely chopped
  • 1 whole Jalapeño or Serrano Pepper Optional

Equipment

  • Rice Cooker
  • Skillet
  • Baking tray
  • Mixing bowl
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear, cook with water and salt in a rice cooker for about 20 minutes.
  2. Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and sesame oil; fold into warm rice.
  3. Press the seasoned rice into a baking tray and chill for at least 1 hour.
  4. Slice the chilled rice block into bite-sized rectangular pieces.
  5. Fry rice pieces in hot oil until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  6. Mix tuna with mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, and lime juice.
  7. Top each rice piece with avocado and spicy tuna mixture; garnish before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Quality tuna is essential for flavor and safety. Adjust sriracha based on heat preference. Refrigerating rice makes it easier to cut and fry.

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