Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Start by rinsing 2 cups of sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- In a pot, combine the rinsed rice and 2 1/2 cups of water. Bring it to a boil, then lower the heat to low and cover. Allow it to simmer for about 18-20 minutes.
- While the rice cooks, mix the drained tuna, 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon of soy sauce, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Adjust seasoning as needed and set aside.
Assembly
- Once the rice is cooked, take it off the heat and let it sit, covered, for about 10 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and gently allow it to cool.
- Wet your hands slightly to prevent sticking. Take a small portion of the rice, about the size of a golf ball, flatten it in your palm, place a teaspoon of the tuna mixture in the center, and mold the rice around the filling to form a ball.
- Cut the nori sheets into strips or squares, and wrap them around the rice balls.
- These rice balls can be served immediately or stored in an airtight container for later.
Notes
For substitutions, you can use cooked chicken or salmon instead of tuna. Avoid overcooking the rice; it should be tender yet firm.
