Crispy Rice Tuna Bites (Nobu-Inspired)
Crispy Rice Tuna Bites (Nobu-Inspired) layer crackly, golden rice cakes with creamy spicy tuna, cool avocado, and a whisper of jalapeño heat. The contrast of textures—crunchy base and silky topping—makes each bite rich yet bright with lime and sesame. Serve as a chic appetizer for parties or a fun small-plate dinner with extra sriracha on the side.
- Prep—
- Cook5 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Firmly press the sushi rice into an 8x8-inch square cake pan lined with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours or freeze for 30 minutes.
- 2
Heat 1/2 cup oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Slice the rice into thick rectangular pieces, about 2 to 3 inches long and 1 inch wide. Gently transfer the pieces to the hot oil and fry until deeply golden, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- 3
In a medium bowl, mix the diced tuna with mayonnaise, Sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil, and lime juice until well combined.
- 4
To assemble, arrange the fried sushi rice on a serving platter. Spoon 1 to 2 tablespoons of the spicy tuna mixture on top. Add a few avocado slices to each piece. Finish with a thin drizzle of Sriracha, a jalapeño slice, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
- Calories 322.8 kcal Moderate
- Protein 12.42 g Good Source
- Carbs 34.73 g Moderate
- Total Fat 14.7 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.83 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 16.75 mg Moderate
- Sodium 144.47 mg Moderate
- Fiber 2.11 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.6 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.37 g Low Source
- Calcium 2.83 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.47 mg Low Source
- Potassium 290.63 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 5.74 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 3.22 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.68 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Fish 🐟
- Eggs 🥚
- Soy 🌱
- Sesame