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Japanese Onigiri Rice Recipe: How To Make Delicious Rice Balls

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Description

Onigiri, also known as rice balls, are a popular Japanese snack made of sticky rice filled with a variety of fillings and often wrapped in seaweed. These simple and delicious snacks are perfect for a quick and easy lunch, snack, or even a picnic.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of short-grain Japanese rice
  • 2 1/2 cups of water
  • 1/4 cup of rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons of sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • Filling of your choice (such as canned tuna, umeboshi, or pickled vegetables)
  • Roasted seaweed (nori)

Equipment

  • Rice cooker or pot
  • Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Plastic wrap

Method

  1. Rinse the rice in a bowl until the water runs clear. Drain the rice and add it to a rice cooker or pot with 2 1/2 cups of water. Cook the rice according to the instructions.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until the sugar and salt are dissolved.
  3. Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a bowl and add the vinegar mixture. Mix the rice gently with a spatula until the vinegar mixture is evenly distributed.
  4. Let the rice cool for a few minutes until it's cool enough to handle.
  5. To shape the onigiri, take a small handful of rice and shape it into a triangle or ball shape. Make a small indentation in the middle of the rice and add your filling of choice.
  6. Cover the filling with more rice and shape the onigiri into a triangle or ball shape again. Make sure the filling is completely covered with rice.
  7. Wrap the onigiri tightly with plastic wrap to keep its shape.
  8. If using seaweed, wrap the onigiri with a piece of roasted seaweed just before eating.

Notes

Onigiri can be made with a variety of fillings, such as canned tuna, umeboshi (pickled plum), or pickled vegetables. You can also season the rice with furikake (Japanese rice seasoning) for extra flavor.

Nutrition Info

Each onigiri with filling and seaweed contains approximately:
  • Calories: 150
  • Protein: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fat: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg

Recipe Tips

  • Use short-grain Japanese rice for the best results.
  • Make sure to rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove excess starch.
  • Don't overfill the onigiri, or it will be difficult to shape and eat.
  • If you don't have roasted seaweed, you can skip this step.
  • Onigiri can be stored in the fridge for up to one day.

Now that you know how to make delicious Japanese onigiri rice balls, you can enjoy them as a snack, lunch, or even a picnic. Try different fillings and experiment with different shapes and sizes to find your favorite version. Have fun and enjoy!


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