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Crispy Spicy Tuna Rice Sushi Bites You'll Crave Again and Again

Crispy Spicy Tuna Rice Sushi Bites are a delightful fusion of crunchy fried rice and creamy spicy tuna, making them a perfect appetizer.
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Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: Appetizers, crispy snacks, Crispy Spicy Tuna Rice Sushi Bites, quick recipes, Spicy Tuna, sushi bites
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Chilling Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Calories: 240kcal

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Frying pan
  • Baking pan

Ingredients

For the Rice Base

  • 2 cups Sushi Rice Short-grain for best results.
  • 2 cups Water
  • 1 piece Kombu For umami flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil

For the Spicy Tuna Mixture

  • 8 ounces Sushi-Grade Ahi Tuna Finely chopped.
  • 3 tablespoons Kewpie Mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice

For Garnishing

  • 1 medium Thinly Sliced Avocado
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds
  • 1 tablespoon Furikake
  • 2 stalks Sliced Green Onions
  • 1 medium Sliced Fresh Jalapeño Peppers Optional.

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Rinse the Sushi Rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  • In a saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, kombu, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until absorbed, about 18-20 minutes. Discard the kombu.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Fold into warm rice and allow to cool.
  • Press the cooled rice firmly into an 8x8-inch baking pan. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Remove chilled rice from the pan and cut into rectangular pieces. Fry each piece until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  • In a bowl, combine chopped tuna with Kewpie mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil, and lime juice. Mix well.
  • Place a scoop of spicy tuna mixture on each crispy rice bite and garnish with avocado, sesame seeds, furikake, and green onions. Add jalapeño for extra heat.

Notes

For extra flavor, drizzle additional sriracha or spicy mayo on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2bites | Calories: 240kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 250mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg