Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice: Easy Nobu Copycat Recipe for Home Chefs
Make the iconic Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice from Nobu at home with this simple recipe. A fusion of flavors and textures, ideal for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: High Protein
- 2 cups sushi rice
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces sushi-grade tuna, diced
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 sheet of nori, cut into strips
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
- Rinse sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook according to package instructions.
- In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt; microwave to dissolve. Combine the mixture with the cooked rice.
- In another bowl, combine diced tuna, mayonnaise, Sriracha, and green onions. Mix well.
- Shape cooled rice into rectangles and pan-fry until crispy on both sides.
- Top each rice piece with a spoonful of the spicy tuna mixture, a slice of avocado, and a drizzle of soy sauce.
- Garnish with nori strips and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of Sriracha based on your spice preference.
- For extra crunch, you can deep fry the rice pieces instead of pan-frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice, Nobu, sushi, easy recipe