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Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice

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These Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice bites feature crispy pan-fried sushi rice cubes topped with creamy, spicy tuna. The contrast of crunchy rice, silky tuna, and zesty sauce makes for an irresistible appetizer or snack perfect for entertaining.

Ingredients

3 cups cooked sushi rice, chilled

8 oz sushi-grade tuna, finely diced

¼ cup mayonnaise (Japanese-style preferred)

2 tbsp Sriracha (to taste)

1 tbsp soy sauce

2 tsp sesame oil

2 green onions, thinly sliced

¼ cup panko breadcrumbs

Vegetable oil, for frying

Optional garnish: toasted sesame seeds, thinly sliced jalapeño, microgreens

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8″ pan or sheet tray with plastic wrap. Press chilled sushi rice into a compact ½″ layer. Refrigerate for 1 hour to firm up.
  2. Cut rice into 1½″ bite-sized cubes. Lightly dredge each cube in panko.
  3. Heat ½″ vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry rice cubes 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
  4. In a bowl, combine diced tuna with mayonnaise, Sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil, and half of the green onions. Adjust spice to taste.
  5. Top each crispy rice cube with a spoonful of spicy tuna. Garnish with remaining green onions, sesame seeds, jalapeño slices, or microgreens.
  6. Serve immediately while rice is warm and crispy. Offer extra Sriracha or soy sauce on the side.

Notes

Use salmon or pre-made spicy salmon mix as alternatives.

Reduce Sriracha or use chili oil for a milder version.

Add vinegar and salt to rice for extra flavor before shaping.

Air-fry panko-coated rice cubes at 375 °F for 10 minutes, flipping halfway.

Top with avocado, tobiko, or pickled ginger for extra flair.

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