Onigirazu (Japanese Sushi Sandwich)
Onigirazu, a delightful fusion of sushi and sandwich, offers a convenient meal option that’s both satisfying and versatile. This Japanese sushi sandwich features layers of fluffy rice, creamy avocado, and flavorful fillings like tuna mayonnaise and omelette, making it perfect for lunch or dinner. Whether you’re preparing for a busy day or a casual picnic, Onigirazu’s customizable nature allows you to experiment with various ingredients to suit your taste. With a quick prep time of under 50 minutes, this dish is not just about flavor but also about ease and nutrition. Enjoy a handheld sushi experience that brings together fresh flavors in every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Lunch & Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 75g sushi rice
- 3 tbsp rice grape juice vinegar (plus extra for brushing)
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Salt (Big pinch!)
- 1 tbsp hot water
- 75g tinned tuna
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 egg (whisked)
- 1 ripe avocado
- Salt
- Pepper
- 2 nori sheets
- Sriracha mayo
Instructions
- Cook the sushi rice by rinsing it until the water runs clear, then combine it with an equal volume of water in a saucepan. Bring to boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes. Let sit covered for another 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix tinned tuna with mayonnaise, salt, and pepper.
- Whisk an egg in a separate bowl. Cook the egg in a non-stick pan over medium heat to make an omelette; season as desired.
- Slice avocado and set aside.
- Season the cooled sushi rice with a mixture of rice grape juice vinegar, sugar, salt, and hot water.
- Assemble Onigirazu by placing fillings on nori sheets: start with sushi rice, then layer avocado slices, omelette pieces, tuna mayo mixture, more avocado slices, and finish with another layer of sushi rice.
- Wrap the nori around the fillings tightly and serve with sriracha mayo.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Onigirazu (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 183mg