【Japanese rice ball 】Japanese breakfast preparation

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake.

miso

🥗Healthier: white miso

💰Cheaper: soybean paste

White miso is milder and lower in sodium.

seaweed

🥗Healthier: nori

💰Cheaper: rice paper

Nori is commonly used and adds umami.

sesame seeds

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds provide a similar crunch.

Prepare cooked rice and let it cool slightly.

In a bowl, mix rice with soy sauce and miso until well combined.

Form rice into triangular or oval shapes, pressing firmly to hold together.

Heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat until hot.

Place rice balls on the grill and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Brush lightly with additional soy sauce while grilling for flavor.

Remove from grill and let cool for a minute.

Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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