Crispy Seaweed Onigiri with Pickled Veg
Hand-formed sushi rice balls wrapped in crispy nori, filled with umami-rich pickled plum or kelp, served with bright pickled vegetables. A TikTok-worthy Japanese snack that doubles as dinner.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 5g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Toss cooled rice with rice vinegar and sugar until the grains are coated and glossy.
Step 2
Place cucumber and daikon matchsticks in a small bowl, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 2 minutes to soften slightly.
Step 3
Wet your hands lightly with water to prevent sticking. Scoop 1/4 cup rice into your palm and flatten it into a small disk.
Step 4
Place one piece of umeboshi or takuwan in the center, then fold rice around it until sealed into a ball or triangle.
Step 5
Repeat with remaining rice and fillings to form 4 onigiri total.
Step 6
Wrap each onigiri tightly with a nori sheet, overlapping the edges to seal. Serve with pickled vegetables on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- small mixing bowl
- small serving bowl
- your hands (dampened with water)
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