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Crispy Rice With Spicy Tuna

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Crispy rice bites topped with creamy, spicy tuna—an addictive appetizer featuring crunchy, golden rice squares paired with fresh, flavorful tuna.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked sushi rice
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • Spicy Tuna Topping:
  • 200g sushi-grade tuna, finely diced
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1–2 tbsp sriracha (to taste)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 green onion, finely sliced
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds
  • Optional toppings: sliced jalapeños, avocado cubes, extra sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix sushi rice with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Press firmly into a plastic-wrap-lined small pan or dish to create a flat block about 1 inch thick. Refrigerate for 1 hour to firm.
  2. Once chilled, cut the rice block into small rectangles or squares.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry rice pieces until golden and crispy on both sides. Drain on paper towels.
  4. Prepare the spicy tuna: In a bowl, combine diced tuna, mayonnaise, sriracha, sesame oil, soy sauce, green onion, and sesame seeds. Mix gently.
  5. Top each crispy rice piece with a spoonful of spicy tuna.
  6. Add optional toppings like jalapeño slices or avocado cubes. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use sushi-grade tuna for safety and best flavor.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan while frying; this keeps the rice crispy.
  • For a lighter version, air fry the rice pieces instead of pan-frying.
  • Chill the rice thoroughly to prevent it from crumbling.

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Keywords: crispy rice spicy tuna, spicy tuna appetizer, sushi bites, tuna rice bites

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