Spicy Tuna Mayo Onigiri
Crispy-edged seared tuna mixed with Japanese mayo and scallions, hand-molded into pillowy rice triangles. TikTok-viral comfort food that's ready in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
- 2 cups sushi rice, cooked and still warm
- 8 oz sushi-grade tuna, diced into 0.5-inch cubes
- 3 tbsp Japanese mayonnaise (Kewpie)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 stalks scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (white or black)
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a skillet over high until it shimmers, about 60 seconds.
- 2
Sear tuna 30 seconds per side without stirring — surface should look just caramelized, interior stays raw.
- 3
Transfer tuna to a bowl and fold in mayo, soy sauce, and half the scallions until coated.
- 4
Wet your hands lightly with water. Scoop 0.5 cup warm rice into your palm and press a thumb divot in the center.
- 5
Fill the divot with 1 tbsp tuna mixture, then cover with another 0.25 cup rice and squeeze gently into a triangle.
- 6
Place onigiri on a plate, sprinkle with sesame and remaining scallions, then serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- bowl
- spoon
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