Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice, a delightful appetizer that combines crispy sushi rice with creamy spicy ahi tuna and fresh avocado. This dish is perfect for any occasion, impressing your guests with its striking colors and bold taste. The crunchy exterior of the rice contrasts beautifully with the rich, spicy filling, making each bite an explosion of flavor. Easy to prepare and customizable with various toppings, this recipe is sure to become a favorite at parties or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups sushi rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 pound sushi-grade ahi tuna, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons Japanese kewpie mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1–2 teaspoons lime juice
- Avocado, thinly sliced
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Chives or scallions, minced
- Jalapeño or serrano pepper, sliced
Instructions
- Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear. Cook in a rice cooker with water and salt.
- Once cooked, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and sesame oil into warm rice until well combined.
- Shape cooled rice into rectangles (2×3 inches).
- In a separate bowl, combine chopped tuna, kewpie mayonnaise, Sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil, and lime juice.
- Top each rice rectangle with spicy tuna mixture and garnish with avocado slices and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (30g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg