Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until it runs clear. Cook with the water according to package directions or in a rice cooker.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Fold this mixture into the warm cooked rice.
- Line a square container with plastic wrap. Press the seasoned warm rice firmly into an even, tightly packed 3/4-inch thick layer. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until very firm.
- Finely dice the raw sushi-grade tuna. In a bowl, mix the Kewpie mayo, Sriracha, sesame oil, and soy sauce. Fold in the diced tuna and chopped scallions until coated. Keep refrigerated.
- Remove the chilled rice block from the fridge and cut it into bite-sized rectangles using a wet knife.
- Heat neutral oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Pan-fry the rice rectangles for 2-3 minutes per side until deep golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Immediately top each piece of warm crispy rice with a spoonful of the chilled spicy tuna mixture. Garnish with a jalapeño slice, black sesame seeds, and extra scallions. Serve right away.
Notes
Chilling the rice is mandatory; if you try to fry warm or freshly made rice, the blocks will fall apart in the oil.