Go Back
–+ servings
Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice

Irresistible Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice for Home Sushi Lovers

Experience crunchy, flavorful Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice topped with creamy avocado; a culinary adventure that impresses your guests and satisfies your cravings.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 2 cups Sushi Rice Rinse to remove excess starch.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Key flavor enhancer during cooking.
  • 3 tablespoons Rice Vinegar For authentic sushi rice flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar Balances savory flavors.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Adds a rich, nutty flavor.
For the Spicy Tuna Mixture
  • 1 cup Ahi Tuna (sushi-grade) Finely chopped for optimal enjoyment.
  • 2 tablespoons Kewpie Mayonnaise Can substitute with regular mayo.
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust to meet your spice level.
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Sushi-grade for best results.
  • 0.5 lime Lime Juice Adjust to taste.
For Assembly
  • 1 Avocado Use thin slices for best texture.
  • Toasted Sesame Seeds Optional for added crunch.
  • Chives or Scallions Minced for fresh flavor.
  • Jalapeño or Serrano Pepper Optional for extra heat.

Equipment

  • Rice cooker
  • Skillet
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • baking tray
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Rice: Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear. Combine rinsed rice, water, and salt in a rice cooker. Cook according to instructions.
  2. Flavor the Rice: Whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, and sesame oil. Fold into cooked rice gently until glossy.
  3. Chill the Rice: Spread seasoned rice on a lined baking tray, press into a compact layer, and chill for at least 1 hour.
  4. Cut the Rice: Slice chilled rice into uniform bite-sized rectangles, about 2x3 inches.
  5. Pan-fry the Rice: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet. Fry rice rectangles for 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Mix Spicy Tuna: In a medium bowl, combine chopped tuna, mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil, and lime juice. Mix well.
  7. Assemble: Top fried rice rectangles with avocado slices and a generous amount of spicy tuna mixture. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice separately in an airtight container. Best eaten fresh, mix tuna and avocado only when ready to serve.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!