Description
Yaki Onigiri, or Grilled Rice Balls, are a delicious Japanese treat that combines crispy, charred exteriors with soft, fluffy interiors. These savory rice balls are marinated in a unique soy sauce mixture, making them irresistible and perfect for any occasion—from casual lunches to elegant dinner parties. Easy to prepare and fully customizable, Yaki Onigiri can be enjoyed as appetizers or light meals that delight the taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked sushi rice
- 2 cups water
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons mirin
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- Nori sheets (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear. Cook the rice with water in a rice cooker or stovetop pot.
- Once cooked, mix in sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds. Allow the rice to cool slightly.
- Wet your hands and mold about 1/2 cup of rice into triangle shapes.
- Combine soy sauce, mirin, and sugar in a bowl. Set aside.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat, lightly greased with oil. Grill onigiri for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Brush each side with the soy sauce mixture for caramelization before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg