Description
Imagine biting into crispy rice patties paired with creamy avocado, fresh tuna, and a tangy wasabi soy drizzle. These sliders are a flavorful fusion of textures and tastes, perfect for entertaining or as a luxurious treat for yourself. With this recipe, you’ll transform simple ingredients into an unforgettable appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
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Crispy Rice
- 500 g freshly cooked sushi rice
- 3 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp white sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- Neutral oil for frying
Tuna and Avocado Filling
- 200 g fatty tuna (toro, finely diced)
- Juice of 1 lime
- ½ cup green onion (finely chopped)
- 20 g masago (optional, for added texture)
- 1 ripe avocado (sliced)
- 1 tsp kosher salt
Wasabi Soy Drizzle
- 2 tbsp light soy sauce
- ½ tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp wasabi
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Crispy Rice
- In a bowl, combine the rice wine vinegar, sugar, and salt, stirring until fully dissolved.
- Gently mix this seasoning into the warm sushi rice, folding carefully to avoid mashing.
- Shape the rice into small, firm patties (about the size of slider buns).
- Heat a generous amount of neutral oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Fry each rice patty until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
Step 2: Prepare the Filling
- In a bowl, mix the diced fatty tuna with lime juice, chopped green onion, and masago if desired. Set aside.
- Thinly slice the avocado and season with kosher salt.
Step 3: Make the Wasabi Soy Drizzle
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and wasabi until smooth and combined.
Step 4: Assemble the Sliders
- Take one crispy rice patty as the base.
- Layer a few slices of avocado and a spoonful of the tuna mixture on top.
- Drizzle lightly with the wasabi soy sauce.
- Top with a second crispy rice patty to complete the slider.
Notes
- For the Best Results: Use freshly cooked sushi rice, but allow it to cool slightly before shaping to avoid burning your hands.
- Freezing Tip: Chill shaped rice patties in the freezer for 10–15 minutes before frying to help them hold their shape.
- Make It Gluten-Free: Substitute tamari for soy sauce and ensure all ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Storage: Store components separately and assemble just before serving for the freshest taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired