Laziest Onigiri Rice Ball
Effortlessly elevate your snack game with the 'Laziest Onigiri Rice Ball,' the ultimate quick and easy Japanese comfort food. Perfect for busy days, this minimal effort recipe transforms just a handful of pantry staples into a delicious, portable treat. Featuring soft, seasoned white rice, a touch of sea salt, and the savory umami of nori (seaweed), this onigiri can be customized with optional fillings like tuna salad, pickled plum, or salmon flakes. With only five minutes of prep and no cooking required, this foolproof recipe is ideal for beginners or those craving a fast, satisfying bite. Whether served fresh or packed for lunch, these rice balls are an everyday delight that captures the simplicity and charm of Japanese cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cooked white rice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 sheet Seaweed (nori) sheets
- 2 tablespoons OPTIONAL: Filling of your choice (e.g., tuna salad, pickled plum, or salmon flakes)
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Place the warm cooked white rice into a small bowl.
Moisten your hands with water to prevent the rice from sticking.
Sprinkle a pinch of salt onto your moistened hands and rub together to distribute the salt evenly.
Press the rice gently into a triangle or ball shape using your hands, being careful not to squish it too tightly.
If using a filling, press a small dent into the center of the rice. Add the filling, then gently press rice over it to cover.
Tear or cut a piece of nori sheet to your desired size and wrap it around the rice ball for added flavor and grip.
Serve immediately or wrap tightly in plastic wrap if saving for later.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
278 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.1 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 1700 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 152 mg | 3% | |
*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.
