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Crispy Tuna and Avocado Rice Sliders with Wasabi Soy Drizzle


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  • Author: Raven
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 68 sliders 1x

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

  1. In a bowl, combine the rice wine vinegar, sugar, and salt, stirring until fully dissolved.
  2. Gently mix this seasoning into the warm sushi rice, folding carefully to avoid mashing.
  3. Shape the rice into small, firm patties (about the size of slider buns).
  4. Heat a generous amount of neutral oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
  5. Fry each rice patty until golden brown and crispy on both sides.

Step 2: Prepare the Filling

  1. In a bowl, mix the diced fatty tuna with lime juice, chopped green onion, and masago if desired. Set aside.
  2. Thinly slice the avocado and season with kosher salt.

Step 3: Make the Wasabi Soy Drizzle

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and wasabi until smooth and combined.

Step 4: Assemble the Sliders

  1. Take one crispy rice patty as the base.
  2. Layer a few slices of avocado and a spoonful of the tuna mixture on top.
  3. Drizzle lightly with the wasabi soy sauce.
  4. 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