Yaki Onigiri

Ingredients - Serves 4

• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Mirin - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 4 tablespoons
• Water - 2 cups
• Japanese short-grain rice - 2 cups

Let's Get Started

1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. Cook the rice according to the package instructions.
3. Once the rice is cooked, let it cool slightly until it is cool enough to handle.
4. Wet your hands and shape the rice into balls or triangles.
5. Heat the vegetable oil in a grill pan over medium heat.
6. Grill the rice balls on each side until they are crispy and golden brown.
7. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce and mirin.
8. Brush the soy sauce mixture onto the rice balls and grill for another minute on each side until the sauce is caramelized.
9. Serve the Yaki Onigiri warm.

Dietary Info

• Dish Type: Snack
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Calories: 150
• Fat: 1g
• Carbs: 33g
• Protein: 3g
• Sodium: 200mg
• Sugar: 2g