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Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice

Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice Will Hook You in 30 Minutes Flat

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A delicious and crispy rice dish topped with spicy tuna, perfect for a flavorful appetizer or main course.

  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup sushi rice
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 8 oz fresh tuna, finely diced
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp sriracha sauce
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 green onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Cook sushi rice with water until tender. Let it cool slightly.
  2. Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt, then fold into the cooked rice.
  3. Shape the rice into small patties and refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm up.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry rice patties until golden and crispy on both sides.
  5. In a bowl, combine diced tuna, mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil, and green onion.
  6. Top each crispy rice patty with a spoonful of the spicy tuna mixture.
  7. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use fresh sushi-grade tuna for best results.
  • Adjust sriracha to taste for desired spiciness.
  • Serve with extra soy sauce or wasabi if preferred.
  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 patty with topping
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg