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Four crispy, pan-fried Yaki Onigiri rice balls on a beige plate with chopsticks.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 3/4 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 cups cooked sushi rice, warm
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus more as needed
  • Salt to taste, optional
  • Furikake for garnish, optional

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, drizzle the soy sauce and toasted sesame oil over the warm rice. Gently mix until the seasoning is evenly distributed.
    Fluffy cooked rice in a white bowl with a wooden spoon on a marble surface, perfect for healthy meal recipes.
  • Wet your hands with water. Scoop about 1/2 cup of rice and press it firmly into a compact triangle shape.
    Shaping Yaki Onigiri rice into a compact triangle.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place the shaped rice balls in the pan and fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side until a golden, crispy crust forms.
    Frying golden crispy yaki onigiri in a white skillet.
  • If desired, brush a little extra soy sauce on each side during the last minute of cooking to add extra flavor and caramelization. Season with salt and garnish with furikake if desired.

Nutrition Info:

Calories: 124kcal (6%) Carbohydrates: 19g (6%) Protein: 2g (4%) Fat: 4g (6%) Saturated Fat: 1g (6%) Sodium: 256mg (11%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 0.1g

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