Okinawa Miso Rice Ball Using Tuna (Abura Miso Onigiri)

May 28, 2023May 28, 20230 15

Okinawa Miso Rice Ball Using Tuna (Abura Miso Onigiri) recipe for a healthy lunch

by The Chefin Rice

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

274

Sugar

Fat

Okinawa Miso Rice Ball Using Tuna (Abura Miso Onigiri) is a popular Japanese snack or lunch option that is easy to make and transport. The recipe features a mixture of canned tuna and miso as the filling, which is then wrapped in steamed Japanese rice. The brown sugar adds sweetness to the filling while the awamori gives it a unique flavor. This dish is often described as a healthy and filling lunch option that is perfect for busy days. It's a great way to use up leftover ingredients and provide a quick and easy meal when you're on the go.

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, mix together the miso, brown sugar, and awamori until well combined.
2.	Drain the canned tuna and mix it with the miso mixture.
3.	Take a small portion of the steamed rice and add a spoonful of the tuna miso mixture in the center.
4.	Gently shape the rice ball into a triangle or round shape, making sure that the filling is completely covered by the rice.
5.	Repeat steps 3-4 until all the rice and tuna mixture has been used up.

PROS

The Okinawa Miso Rice Ball Using Tuna (Abura Miso Onigiri) is a delicious and filling lunch option that is easy to make and portable.

It is also a great way to use up leftover steamed rice and canned tuna.

The miso in the recipe adds a unique umami flavor while providing health benefits.

CONS

The brown sugar in the recipe may add extra calories and sugar content, so it should be consumed in moderation.

As with any rice-based dish, it can be high in carbohydrates.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The miso in the recipe is a fermented food that can provide probiotics and digestive aid.
It is also low in calories and high in protein, making it a great option for a healthy lunch or snack.
The canned tuna provides omega-3 fatty acids that are essential for heart health and brain function.
Steamed rice is a good source of carbohydrates that can provide energy and satiety.

	4 tablespoons miso
	4 tablespoons brown sugar
	1 tablespoon awamori
	60 g tuna ( canned )
	2 cups steamed japanese rice