Japanese Tofu Onigiri
A popular Japanese snack made with tofu and served on a bed of rice. This recipe is a twist on the traditional onigiri, featuring a crispy exterior and a soft interior.
Ingredients
- ●1 block (14 oz) tofu
- ●1 cup short-grain white rice
- ●1 cup water
- ●1 tsp sesame oil
- ●1 tsp soy sauce
- ●1/2 cup (diced) onionoptional
- ●1/4 cup (chopped) green onionoptional
Instructions
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1. Cook the short-grain white rice according to the package instructions.
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2. Cut the tofu into small cubes and pan-fry until crispy and golden brown.
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3. In a separate pan, heat the sesame oil and soy sauce over low heat.
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4. Add the diced onion and chopped green onion to the pan and cook until softened.
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5. To assemble the onigiri, place a small scoop of rice onto a flat surface and shape into a triangle.
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6. Place a few pieces of the pan-fried tofu in the center of the rice triangle.
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7. Fold the bottom half of the rice triangle up over the tofu, then fold in the sides and press gently to form a triangle shape.
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8. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
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9. Serve the onigiri hot with a side of soy sauce for dipping.
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10. Garnish with additional green onion and sesame seeds, if desired.