Spicy Tuna Onigiri with Crispy Seaweed
Handheld rice balls stuffed with spicy mayo tuna and wrapped in nori — a viral TikTok favorite that's actually faster than takeout. Press, stuff, wrap, and eat in 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 12g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Mix drained tuna, mayo, gochujang, and soy sauce in a small bowl until the filling is spicy and creamy.
Step 2
Wet your hands lightly with water so rice doesn't stick. Grab a handful of warm rice (about 2/3 cup).
Step 3
Press rice gently into your palm, flatten the center with your thumb, and spoon a tablespoon of tuna filling into the pocket.
Step 4
Cover the filling with a bit more rice, then gently shape into a triangle by pinching three sides, rotating as you press.
Step 5
Wrap a nori strip around the base of the triangle, pressing gently so it sticks. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and scallions.
Step 6
Repeat with remaining rice and filling. Serve immediately while rice is still warm.
Tools you’ll need
- small bowl
- spoon
- cutting board
- kitchen scissors
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