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Japanese Rice Balls (Onigiri)

Cost $10, save $8

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 15 Min
  • 2 Servings
  • $10

INGREDIENTS

  • Main Ingredients

    • 🍚 1 cup of Japanese sticky rice
    • 💧 1.5 cups water
    • 🧂 1 teaspoon salt
    • 2 sheets of nori

  • Optional Fillings

    • 🐟 2 tablespoons tuna
    • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise

STEPS

1

Thoroughly wash and drain the rice, then place it in a pot with water and bring to a boil.

2

After boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer covered for 10-15 minutes until the water is absorbed.

3

Once cooled, shape the rice into fist-sized balls with lightly salted hands.

4

Add a desired filling, such as a tuna and mayonnaise mixture, into the center and reshape into a ball.

5

Finally, wrap the rice balls with nori sheets in your preferred shapes.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

250

Calories

  • 6g
    Protein
  • 40g
    Carbs
  • 4g
    Fats

💡 Tips

Let the rice cool completely for easier shaping into sticky balls.Try different fillings of your choice, such as pickles, salmon, or chicken.Onigiri can be a portable option for picnics and lunches.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.