This article introduces onigiri, which has long been a classic home-style dish.
Onigiri are a beloved staple of Japanese households and bento lunches, and because they are easy to carry, they appear at picnics, field trips, festivals, and many other occasions.
Recently, onigiri sold at convenience stores have become popular among foreigners.
Basics of Onigiri
Onigiri is made from rice, ingredients, and nori (seaweed).Simply explained, the ingredients are wrapped in rice and seaweed.
- Rice
Regular white rice is the most common rice used for rice balls. Freshly cooked rice contains a lot of water, and if you grip it immediately, it tends to become sticky over time. - Ingredients
There are many variations, such as grilled salmon or . - Salt
When making onigiri, put salt on your hands and grip the onigiri, which gives the rice a slightly salty taste and helps it keep its shape. - Nori
Wrapping grilled nori around the rice at the end adds flavor and keeps your hands clean when eating.
Variety of Ingredients
The variations of onigiri ingredients are endless. Below are some ingredients that are particularly popular in Japan.
- Tuna mayo
Canned tuna mixed with mayonnaise. Popular with both children and adults. - Salmon
Many types are made by breaking up and stuffing salmon that has been grilled in salted water. - kelp boiled in soy sauce
Sweet and spicy kelp enhances the taste of rice. - spicy cod roe
The spicy and tangy taste accentuates and adds a deep flavor to the rice ball. - Pickled plums
A traditional staple because of its sour taste and preservation properties.
way of making
- Lay out a sheet of plastic wrap and sprinkle lightly with salt.
- Place half a bowl of rice on a piece of plastic wrap.
- Place the ingredients of your choice on top of the rice.
- Wrap the rice in the plastic wrap as you wrap the ingredients, and shape the rice into a triangle.
- Remove the plastic wrap and roll up the nori.
Onigiri is a dish filled with the heart of Japan. Please try different ingredients for your next picnic or bento making!
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