User Friendly Onigiri

May 28, 2023May 28, 20230 1

User Friendly Onigiri Recipe

by The Chefin Japanese

Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/2 lb ground beef
	5 saltine crackers , crushed
	2 tablespoons asian-style dressing , divided
	1/4 cup beef stock
	4 cups cooked sushi rice ( Minado 's Perfect Sushi Rice shows how )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

354

Sugar

Fat

10g

Onigiri is a traditional Japanese rice snack that is easy to make and delicious to eat. It is made of sushi rice molded into various shapes and stuffed with a variety of fillings, usually meat, fish, or pickled vegetables. This recipe puts a twist on the classic onigiri by using ground beef as the filling. The beef is first seasoned with asian-style dressing and saltine crackers to enhance its flavor. When cooked, the filling is juicy and tender, pairing perfectly with the sticky sushi rice. Onigiri is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a snack or a light meal. It is a popular food sold in convenience stores in Japan and can be found in bento boxes or on restaurant menus. For those who want to try making onigiri at home, this recipe is a great start.

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, combine the ground beef, crushed saltine crackers, and 1 tablespoon of the asian-style dressing and mix well.
2.	Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the beef mixture. Cook until the beef is browned and no longer pink.
3.	Add the beef stock and remaining 1 tablespoon of asian-style dressing to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
4.	Mold the cooked sushi rice into small triangles, then make a hole in the center using your thumb.
5.	Fill the hole with the beef mixture, then close the rice around the filling.
6.	Serve the onigiri immediately or keep them in airtight containers until ready to eat.

PROS

This recipe is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients that are readily available.

The onigiri can be eaten as a standalone snack or as a part of a Japanese meal.

CONS

The onigiri should be consumed within a day or two as the rice can harden over time.

It may not be suitable for those who do not like the taste of sushi rice.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is rich in protein from the ground beef and contains carbs from the sushi rice.
It can be a good post-workout snack or a quick meal on-the-go.
However, the onigiri should be consumed in moderation due to the high sodium content in the asian-style dressing and beef stock.