Umami Onigiri
Crispy, fluffy rice balls filled with umami-rich fillings. A TikTok-easy Japanese comfort meal that comes together in minutes—perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 180
- Protein
- 4g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Wet your palms with water and sprinkle salt on them lightly.
Step 2
Scoop 3/4 cup rice into one palm and make a small indent with your thumb.
Step 3
Add a pea-sized dab of umeboshi or miso butter into the indent, then top with a pinch of cucumber and avocado.
Step 4
Gently cup your other palm over the rice and shape it into a tight ball or triangle, squeezing for 5 seconds.
Step 5
Wrap a strip of nori around the bottom third of the onigiri and sprinkle sesame seeds or furikake on top.
Step 6
Repeat with remaining rice and fillings until all are filled and wrapped. Serve immediately or cover and chill.
Tools you’ll need
- small bowl (for water)
- cutting board
- small sharp knife
- plate or serving board
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