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Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice

A white rectangular serving dish with the finished Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice. The dish sits on a blue countertop, with a small dish of spices, and sliced jalapenos also on the counter.This Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice is one of my all-time favorite appetizers, especially during the warmer weather months! This Spicy…

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A white rectangular serving dish with the finished Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice. The dish sits on a blue countertop, with a small dish of spices, and sliced jalapenos also on the counter.

This Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice is one of my all-time favorite appetizers, especially during the warmer weather months!

A white rectangular serving dish with the finished Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice. The dish sits on a blue countertop, with a small dish of spices, and sliced jalapenos also on the counter.

This Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice is the perfect small bite to enjoy your favorite sushi flavors without having to worry about the technicality of making sushi. Since this recipe is so simple, both the texture of the crispy rice paired with the finely diced tuna and the blend of classic flavors can shine!

A close-up shot white rectangular serving dish with the finished Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice. The dish sits on a blue countertop, with a small dish of spices, and sliced jalapenos also on the counter.

The base is leftover sushi rice fried in avocado oil. Then, the crispy rice squares are topped with delicious sushi-grade ahi tuna tossed in a flavorful sauce and green onions. This appetizer is finished with a sprinkle of Furikake and a thin slice of jalapeño. Yum!

Ingredients:

  • Sushi Grade Ahi Tuna
  • Green Onions
  • Toasted Sesame Oil
  • Soy Sauce
  • Kewpie Mayo
  • Sriracha
  • Salt
  • Sushi Rice 
  • Avocado Oil
  • Jalapeno
  • Furikake
A white rectangular serving dish with the finished Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice. The dish sits on a blue countertop, with a small dish of spices, and sliced jalapenos also on the counter.

Step-by-Step:

step one: make the spicy tuna

Mix all the spicy tuna ingredients in a bowl and chill in the fridge.

A clear glass bowl of the spicy tuna and sauce mixture sitting on a blue countertop. A white dish of spices, green onions, and jalapenos also on the counter.

step two: prep the rice

Cut the day-old sushi rice into 1-inch squares, about 1/2 inch tall.

A wooden cutting board with rice cut into rectangles. A knife sits on the edge of the cutting board. Green onions, jalapenos, and a white dish of spices are also on the countertop.

step three: fry the rice squares

Heat avocado oil in a skillet and fry the rice squares until golden brown and crisp (3-4 mins per side). Drain on a paper towel and sprinkle with salt.

A black pan with a gold handle cooking the crispy rice. The pan is on a blue countertop, and a small dish of spices, green onions, and jalapenos are also on the counter.

step four: top and serve!

Top the crispy rice with spicy tuna, furikake, and a jalapeño slice.

recipe FAQs:

Can I use any rice other than sushi rice?

This recipe really works best specifically with sushi rice to get that perfect crispy texture when fried in the avocado oil. If you need to, you can try a different variation of white rice but it likely won’t stick together as well as the sushi rice does!

where can I find sushi-grade ahi tuna?

You can find sushi-grade ahi tuna at almost any fish market, and even many grocery store seafood counters will have it! Sometimes it will come frozen, but I promise it is great.

I’m not a huge fan of spice. Can I adapt this recipe?

You can limit the sriracha added and skip the jalapeño slices, if you prefer!

What’s furikake?

Furikake is a Japanese condiment that typically consists of a mixture of dried fish, sesame seeds, chopped seaweed, sugar, and salt. If you can’t find, you can top with chopped seaweed or even just sesame seeds!

I can’t wait to hear your thoughts on this recipe! Make sure to comment below after you try it.

Looking for more sushi-inspired recipes? Try these!

Baked Salmon Sushi Bowls

Watermelon and Tuna Sashimi

Hawaiian-Inspired Spicy Tuna Poke

A white rectangular serving dish with the finished Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice. The dish sits on a blue countertop, with a small dish of spices, and sliced jalapenos also on the counter.
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Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice

Servings 12 rice bites
Calories 105kcal
Author Alex Snodgrass

Ingredients

For the Spicy Tuna:

  • 8 ounces sushi grade ahi tuna diced fine
  • 2 green onions minced
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons kewpie mayo
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha
  • Salt to taste

For the rest:

  • 1 cup prepared sushi rice cooled and stored for 1-2 days (see note)
  • Avocado oil
  • Thinly sliced jalapeno
  • Furikake

Instructions

  • Mix all the spicy tuna ingredients in a bowl and chill in the fridge.
  • Cut the day-old sushi rice into 1-inch squares, about 1/2 inch tall.
  • Heat avocado oil in a skillet and fry the rice squares until golden brown and crisp (3-4 mins per side).
  • Drain on a paper towel and sprinkle with salt.
  • Top the crispy rice with spicy tuna, furikake, and a jalapeño slice.

Notes

Prepared Sushi Rice: To store, I place the rice into a container and press it down into an even layer. That way when it is time to make this recipe, you will just need to cut it into 1-inch squares.

Nutrition

Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.004g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 165mg | Potassium: 72mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 438IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg

 Food Photography and Styling by Eat Love Eats. 

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