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Onigirazu (Sushi Sandwich)
Snack

Onigirazu (Sushi Sandwich)

30 minServes 2Nutri-Score B€€
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what you need

Ingredients

2 people
  • sushi rice (rinsed until water runs clear)Grains200 g
  • water (for cooking the rice)Other240 ml
  • rice vinegarPantry20 ml
  • sugarPantry8 g
  • saltSpices3 g
  • nori sheetsPantry2 pieces
  • canned tuna (drained)Fish100 g
  • mayonnaisePantry30 g
  • cucumber (cut into thin sticks)Produce60 g
  • avocado (sliced)Produce80 g
  • sesame seedsNuts & seeds10 g

per serving

Nutrition

513kcal

Carbs
88 g
Proteins
16 g
Fat
11 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • plastic wrap

step by step

Method

  1. Cook the rice

    • Rinse the sushi rice and cook it with the water until tender and the water is absorbed.
    • Let the rice steam covered off the heat for a few minutes.
    Step 1
  2. Season the rice

    • Mix the rice vinegar, sugar and salt until dissolved.
    • Fold the seasoning into the warm rice and let it cool slightly.
    Step 2
  3. Prepare the filling

    • Mix the drained tuna with the mayonnaise.
    • Slice the cucumber into thin sticks and the avocado into slices.
    Step 3
  4. Assemble the onigirazu

    • Lay a nori sheet on a piece of plastic wrap and spread half of the rice in a square in the center.
    • Top with the tuna mixture, cucumber and avocado, then cover with the remaining rice.
    • Fold the nori corners over the filling, wrap tightly in the plastic wrap and press to shape.
    Step 4
  5. Rest and slice

    • Let the wrapped sandwich rest so the nori softens and holds together.
    • Unwrap, sprinkle with sesame seeds and cut in half with a wet knife.
    Step 5