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Tuna Crispy Rice
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Tuna Crispy Rice

1 h 10 minServes 4Nutri-Score C€€€
from @cooking_with.kian37 imports0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • sushi rice (raw, cooked according to package directions)Grains200 g
  • avocado oil (for frying)Pantry1 litre
  • rice vinegarPantry60 ml
  • saltSpices18 g
  • sugarPantry19 g
  • sushi grade tuna (raw, finely chopped)Fish225 g
  • green onions (thinly sliced)Produce2 pieces
  • ginger (minced)Produce8 g
  • mayonnaisePantry30 ml
  • sesame oilPantry5 ml
  • soy saucePantry5 ml
  • srirachaPantry5 ml
  • salt (pinch)Spices1 g
  • avocado (sliced)Produce1 piece
  • jalapeño (thinly sliced)Produce1 piece
  • black sesame seeds (to garnish)Nuts & seeds5 g

per serving

Nutrition

523kcal

Carbs
44 g
Proteins
14 g
Fat
33 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Mixing bowl ×2
  • Saucepan
  • Baking tray
  • Stockpot
  • Kitchen thermometer
  • Colander

step by step

Method

  1. Make the sushi seasoning

    • Combine the rice vinegar, salt and sugar in a small saucepan.
    • Bring to a boil until the sugar and salt are dissolved.
    Step 1

  2. Season and press the rice

    • Cook the sushi rice according to the package directions and let it cool slightly.
    • Add the cooked rice to a large bowl and gently cut in the sushi seasoning with a wooden paddle.
    • Transfer to a plastic wrap lined sheet tray and press firmly and evenly into the pan.
    • Refrigerate until firm.
    Step 2

  3. Mix the spicy tuna

    • In a medium bowl, mix the tuna, green onions, ginger, mayonnaise, sesame oil, soy sauce, sriracha and a pinch of salt.
    • Refrigerate until needed.
    Step 3

  4. Cut the rice bars

    • Gently turn the firm rice out onto a greased cutting board.
    • Cut into 2 x 4 inch bars.
    Step 4

  5. Fry the rice bars

    • Heat the avocado oil in a medium pot over high heat until it reaches 175 °C (350 °F).
    • Carefully add a few rice bars and fry until super crispy and golden brown.
    • Remove to a paper towel lined plate and repeat with the remaining rice bars.
    Step 5

  6. Assemble and serve

    • Top each crispy rice bar with a slice of avocado, a spoonful of spicy tuna, a slice of jalapeño and a sprinkle of black sesame seeds.
    • Serve and enjoy.
    Step 6
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