Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice Bites
Trader Joe'sSpicy Tuna Crispy Rice Bites
Ingredients
For the Crispy Rice
- 2 cups sushi rice, cooked according to package directions
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil, for frying
For the Spicy Tuna
- 2 cans Trader Joe's Solid White Albacore Tuna, Salt Added, drained
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Trader Joe's Sriracha Sauce, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
For Garnish
- 1 avocado, sliced or diced
- 1 sheet nori, cut into small strips
- 1/4 cup Trader Joe's Everything but the Bagel Seasoned Crackers, crushed (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the sushi rice according to package directions. While the rice is still warm, transfer it to a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, granulated sugar, and salt until the sugar and salt are dissolved. Pour this mixture over the warm rice and gently fold it in until well combined. Allow the rice to cool completely, about 30 minutes.
⏱️ 40 min
- 2
Once the rice is cool, lightly wet your hands and press the rice into a 9x13 inch baking dish or on a baking sheet lined with plastic wrap, about 1/2 inch thick. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to several hours) to allow the rice to firm up.
⏱️ 60 min
- 3
While the rice is chilling, prepare the spicy tuna. In a medium bowl, combine the drained Trader Joe's Solid White Albacore Tuna, mayonnaise, Trader Joe's Sriracha Sauce, sesame oil, soy sauce, and sliced green onions. Mix well until everything is evenly combined. Taste and adjust sriracha or soy sauce if needed.
⏱️ 10 min
- 4
Once the rice is firm, remove it from the refrigerator. Using a sharp knife or a cookie cutter, cut the rice into bite-sized rectangles or squares (about 1 1/2 to 2 inches).
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the rice pieces into the skillet in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 3-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. You may need to do this in batches.
⏱️ 15 min
- 6
Remove the crispy rice from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
⏱️ 2 min
- 7
To assemble, top each crispy rice bite with a spoonful of the spicy tuna mixture. Garnish with sliced avocado, nori strips, and crushed Trader Joe's Everything but the Bagel Seasoned Crackers (if using). Serve immediately.
⏱️ 5 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Trader Joe'sSpicy Tuna Crispy Rice Bites
For the Crispy Rice
- 2 cups sushi rice, cooked according to package directions
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil, for frying
For the Spicy Tuna
- 2 cans Trader Joe's Solid White Albacore Tuna, Salt Added, drained
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Trader Joe's Sriracha Sauce, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
For Garnish
- 1 avocado, sliced or diced
- 1 sheet nori, cut into small strips
- 1/4 cup Trader Joe's Everything but the Bagel Seasoned Crackers, crushed (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the sushi rice according to package directions. While the rice is still warm, transfer it to a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, granulated sugar, and salt until the sugar and salt are dissolved. Pour this mixture over the warm rice and gently fold it in until well combined. Allow the rice to cool completely, about 30 minutes.
⏱️ 40 min - 2
Once the rice is cool, lightly wet your hands and press the rice into a 9x13 inch baking dish or on a baking sheet lined with plastic wrap, about 1/2 inch thick. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to several hours) to allow the rice to firm up.
⏱️ 60 min - 3
While the rice is chilling, prepare the spicy tuna. In a medium bowl, combine the drained Trader Joe's Solid White Albacore Tuna, mayonnaise, Trader Joe's Sriracha Sauce, sesame oil, soy sauce, and sliced green onions. Mix well until everything is evenly combined. Taste and adjust sriracha or soy sauce if needed.
⏱️ 10 min - 4
Once the rice is firm, remove it from the refrigerator. Using a sharp knife or a cookie cutter, cut the rice into bite-sized rectangles or squares (about 1 1/2 to 2 inches).
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the rice pieces into the skillet in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 3-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. You may need to do this in batches.
⏱️ 15 min - 6
Remove the crispy rice from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
⏱️ 2 min - 7
To assemble, top each crispy rice bite with a spoonful of the spicy tuna mixture. Garnish with sliced avocado, nori strips, and crushed Trader Joe's Everything but the Bagel Seasoned Crackers (if using). Serve immediately.
⏱️ 5 min