Sunday evening, it's often TV evening and children often ask me in my heart: mom tonight is Pizza? I wanted to be a little more original (and reasonable) and remembered these little Japanese sandwiches that change sushi: Onigiri . These famous Japanese rice dumplings are both practical and delicious. Traditionally consumed in Japan as a quick meal, they are available in a multitude of flavors and accompaniments, which is ideal when you do the cupboard. They can be stuffed with grilled salmon, spicy tuna, chicken mixed with laughing cow, in short what makes you happy and especially what you have left in the fridge. You surround the base of a nori seaweed strap to catch them more easily. These small bites are naturally gluten -free , provided you use tamari rather than conventional soy sauce. Easy to prepare, they are perfect for a picnic or a light lunch. Unlike sushi or maki, rice is not mixed with sugar and vinegar so it is healthier. We can create classic versions but also more original versions, such as lawyer-ssame or marinated bar in Yuzu. Find out how to make delicious gluten -free onigiri , with ease! You can also try the sandwich version, even simpler and a little bigger: onigirazu !
Seasoning: Gently mix the cooked rice with salt (if used). Let cool a little to be able to handle the rice but use it still lukewarm.
Shaping: humidify your hands and take a portion of rice. Form a ball in the palm of your hand, create a small hole and place the garnish in the center. Compact slightly by forming a ball around the garnish. Shape a triangle or use a special onigiri mold like these .
Possible fillings but you will do according to what you have and what you like: spicy cooked tuna (tuna in a box, siracha, mayonnaise, soy sauce, sesame seeds ...); Grilled salmon, spicy or not, cooked chicken/chicken that laughs/dried tomatoes or cooked chicken, marinated in a Teriyaki sauce.
You can sprinkle the onigiri with sesame seeds, fresh or dry herbs.