ONIGIRI (RICE BALLS)
Because Japanese rice balls are so easy to eat, they're often used in lunch boxes. Our Test Kitchen's onigiri recipe features tuna and a touch of wasabi. -Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield 8 appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine rice and water; let stand for 30 minutes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from the heat. Let stand, covered, for 10 minutes., In a small bowl, combine the tuna, soy sauce and wasabi. With wet hands, shape 1/2 cup rice into a patty. Place 1 tablespoon tuna mixture in the center. Shape rice around tuna to enclose filling, forming a triangle. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
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Angela Rizo
[email protected]These rice balls are the perfect party food. They're easy to make, delicious, and they're always a hit with my guests.
F-M-L-S Gemar
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and interesting recipes. This recipe is definitely a keeper. I'll be making these rice balls again and again.
Ame Tome
[email protected]These rice balls are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love them and they don't even realize they're eating healthy.
Shahzeb Khan surrani
[email protected]I love how versatile this recipe is. You can use any kind of filling you like. I've made these rice balls with everything from chicken teriyaki to vegetables to fruit.
Theresa Blake
[email protected]These rice balls were the perfect lunch for my busy day. They were easy to make and they kept me full and satisfied all afternoon.
Myrakel Mason
[email protected]I've never made onigiri before, but this recipe made it so easy. The rice balls were delicious and I'm so glad I tried them.
Sandip Chaudhary
[email protected]These rice balls were a fun and easy snack to make. My kids loved them! I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy snack.
Edna Eyong
[email protected]I'm a beginner cook and I was a little intimidated by this recipe at first. But it turned out to be easier than I thought. The rice balls were delicious and I'm so glad I tried this recipe.
Isha Shajahan
[email protected]I made these rice balls for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. The rice was perfectly cooked and the fillings were delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Pramila Khanal
[email protected]These rice balls were a great way to use up leftover rice. I had some leftover chicken teriyaki and vegetables, so I used those as fillings. The rice balls were a hit with my kids!
Idowu Afolorunso
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of Japanese food, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The rice balls were surprisingly delicious. The rice was soft and chewy, and the fillings were flavorful. I'll definitely be making these again.
Jabedul islam Arman
[email protected]I've made onigiri a few times before, but this recipe is by far the best. The rice was perfectly sticky and the fillings were delicious. I especially loved the umeboshi filling.
Makungo Shumani
[email protected]These rice balls were a hit with my family! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The rice was cooked perfectly and the fillings were flavorful. I will definitely be making these again!