Keto Salmon Onigiri
Dive into the flavorful world of Japanese-inspired cuisine with this low-carb, Keto Salmon Onigiri recipe! Perfectly combining tender cauliflower rice, creamy salmon filling, and savory nori sheets, this recipe delivers all the beloved elements of classic onigiri without the carb-heavy sushi rice. The salmon is seasoned in soy sauce and sesame oil, paired with velvety cream cheese for a rich and luscious filling, while black sesame seeds and scallions add a pop of texture and garnish. Ideal for meal prep or a quick 30-minute dinner, these bite-sized delights are as satisfying as they are healthy! Whether you're following a keto diet or simply looking for a fresh twist on traditional Japanese rice balls, don’t miss out on this creative, guilt-free innovation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cauliflower rice
- 200 grams Salmon fillet
- 3 large Nori sheets
- 60 grams Cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Black sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons Scallions
Instructions
Begin by preparing the salmon. Season the salmon fillet with a pinch of salt and a dash of soy sauce. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat with 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.
Cook the salmon for 3-4 minutes on each side, until fully cooked and flaky. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Once cooled, use a fork to flake the salmon into small pieces. Mix the flaked salmon with 60 grams of cream cheese until well combined.
In the same pan, add the cauliflower rice and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes tender. Add a tablespoon of rice vinegar and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, stirring to combine.
Transfer the cauliflower rice to a large bowl and let it cool. Once cooled, you can add a bit more salt to taste if necessary.
Take a handful of the cooled cauliflower rice and flatten it on your palm. Place a spoonful of the salmon and cream cheese mixture in the center.
Gently mold the rice around the filling to form a triangular shape or a ball using your hands.
Cut a large nori sheet into thirds. Wrap a strip of nori around the bottom of each onigiri to form a band.
Sprinkle black sesame seeds and chopped scallions over the top for garnish.
Repeat until all the ingredients have been used. Serve immediately for best results.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1033 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.6 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.3 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 199 mg | 66% | |
| Sodium | 3262 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 65.7 g | 131% | |
| Vitamin D | 27.4 mcg | 137% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1722 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
