Description
Spicy Tuna on Crispy Rice Cakes is a delightful appetizer that combines the rich flavors of spicy tuna with the crunch of crispy rice cakes, making it a perfect dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces sushi-grade tuna, diced
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Green onions, for garnish
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a pot, combine the rinsed rice and water, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender.
- In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved, then fold into the cooked rice.
- Spread the rice on a baking sheet to cool.
- Once cooled, form the rice into small cakes and fry them in a pan until crispy on both sides.
- In another bowl, combine diced tuna, mayonnaise, and sriracha sauce.
- Top each crispy rice cake with the spicy tuna mixture and a slice of avocado.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- Ensure to use sushi-grade tuna for safety.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha based on your spice preference.
- These can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Spicy Tuna, Crispy Rice Cakes, Appetizer, Japanese Cuisine