Appetizer

Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna

A delicious recipe for crispy rice topped with spicy tuna, avocado, and jalapeño, perfect for a flavorful appetizer or snack.

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Serves
1h 20m
Prep
20m
Cook

Ingredients

  • sushi-grade tuna steak
  • mayonnaise
  • sriracha
  • sushi rice
  • water
  • rice vinegar
  • sesame oil
  • salt
  • olive oil
  • avocado
  • jalapeño
  • Soy sauce

Method

  1. 1

    Finely dice the sushi-grade tuna steak on a cutting board.

  2. 2

    Transfer the diced tuna to a mixing bowl.

  3. 3

    Add mayonnaise and sriracha to the bowl with the tuna.

  4. 4

    Mix all ingredients together until well combined. Set aside.

  5. 5

    Pour the sushi rice into a pot, add water, and rinse the rice thoroughly in a strainer.

  6. 6

    Return the rinsed rice to the pot, add fresh water, and bring to a boil on the stove.

  7. 7

    Once cooked, add rice vinegar, sesame oil, and salt to the rice. Mix well.

  8. 8

    Line a square or rectangular baking dish with plastic wrap.

  9. 9

    Spoon the seasoned rice into the lined dish.

  10. 10

    Press the rice down firmly and evenly to create a compact layer.

  11. 11

    Place the dish in the freezer for about an hour, or until the rice is firm.

  12. 12

    Remove the hardened rice from the dish and place it on a cutting board.

  13. 13

    Cut the block of rice into small, bite-sized rectangles.

  14. 14

    Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.

  15. 15

    Carefully place the rice pieces into the hot oil and fry on each side until golden brown and crispy.

  16. 16

    Place a few slices of fresh avocado on top of each crispy rice square.

  17. 17

    Spoon a generous amount of the spicy tuna mixture over the avocado.

  18. 18

    Garnish each piece with a thin slice of jalapeño.

  19. 19

    Serve immediately with a side of soy sauce for dipping.

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