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Easy Tuna Rice Balls Recipe

Easy Tuna Rice Balls Recipe
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These Easy Tuna Rice Balls are a delightful and simple dish that combines the flavors of sushi rice, canned tuna, and seaweed, all bound together with creamy Japanese mayonnaise.

Ingredients

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Rice Mixture:

  • 2 cups prepared sushi rice
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2–3 tablespoons Japanese mayonnaise (Kewpie style)

Filling:

  • 150 grams canned tuna
  • 1 to 1½ cups torn roasted seaweed

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Combine Ingredients
    In a large bowl, add the rice, sesame oil, mayonnaise, tuna, and seaweed. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until everything is well combined. If the mixture seems dry or lacks creaminess, add more mayo to achieve the desired consistency.
  2. Step 2: Shape the Mixture
    Press the mixture down in the bowl, creating a flat surface. Use a spatula to ‘cut’ the rice mixture into 8 triangular portions, similar to slicing a pizza. For a more intuitive approach, estimate the amount of rice mixture needed for each ball, without precisely measuring each portion.
  3. Step 3: Form the Rice Balls
    With clean hands or while wearing gloves, scoop up each portion and gently roll it into a ball. Make sure each rice ball is tightly packed to hold its shape. Once all portions are formed into balls, they are ready to serve.
  4. Step 4: Serve and Enjoy
    Serve the rice balls immediately for the best texture and flavor. Enjoy this simple yet satisfying dish on its own or alongside your favorite accompaniments.

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Keywords: Tuna Rice Balls, Japanese, Easy Recipe, Appetizer

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