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Tuna Mayo Rice Balls

Delicious Tuna Mayo Rice Balls for Quick Comfort Snacks

Tuna Mayo Rice Balls are a quick and satisfying snack, blending tuna, mayo, and sushi rice, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 2 cups cooked sushi rice use short-grain for optimal flavor
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil olive oil can be a substitute
For the Tuna Mixture
  • 1 can canned tuna drained, packed in water or oil
  • 1/4 cup Japanese Kewpie mayo regular mayo is an alternative
For the Wrapping
  • 1 sheet shredded roasted seaweed or nori sheets cut into strips

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked sushi rice, sesame oil, and Japanese Kewpie mayo. Stir gently to incorporate the flavors.
  2. Fold in the drained canned tuna into the rice mixture, ensuring texture is kept intact.
  3. Adjust the creaminess by adding mayo 1 tablespoon at a time if desired, mixing well.
  4. Press the rice and tuna mixture down in the bowl to create a compact layer and cut into 8 equal portions.
  5. Roll each portion gently into a ball, about the size of a ping pong ball.
  6. Wrap each rice ball with a strip of seaweed, leaving a little exposed for presentation.
  7. Serve the Tuna Mayo Rice Balls immediately or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 7gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These rice balls can be customized with different proteins or added vegetables. They can be stored for up to 2 days in the fridge.

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