Description
These Crunchy Sushi Bites with Spicy Tuna are a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, combining the freshness of sushi with a crispy finish. Perfect for a party appetizer or a fun snack.
Ingredients
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Sushi Rice:
- 1 cup sushi rice (uncooked)
- 1 ¼ cups water
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
Spicy Tuna:
- 1 can (5 oz) sushi-grade tuna or high-quality canned tuna (drained)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1–2 teaspoons Sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 avocado (diced)
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onion
Additional:
- 2 tablespoons panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for crisping panko)
- soy sauce and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the Sushi Rice: Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Cook the Rice: Cook the rice in water, then season with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt.
- Prepare Spicy Tuna: Mix tuna, mayonnaise, Sriracha, sesame oil, and green onion.
- Assemble: Form rice bases, top with tuna mixture, avocado, and panko.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and serve with soy sauce.
Notes
- For added flavor and crunch, sear the rice bites in a lightly oiled nonstick skillet before topping.
- Best served fresh but can be prepped up to 2 hours ahead and chilled.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook (with stovetop components)
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 65
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 7mg
