Crispy Rice Sushi Bites (Copycat Nobu Recipe)

Make these easy, trendy crispy rice sushi bites at home as a copycat recipe for the popular Nobu appetizer.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 238 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 1 avocado, thinly sliced
• 1 pound sushi grade tuna, finely diced
• 1 teaspoon lime juice, or more to taste
• 3 tablespoons Japanese mayonnaise (such as Kewpie®)
• 2 tablespoons Sriracha, plus more for serving
• sesame seeds, for garnish
• 2.5 cups prepared sushi rice
• 0.5 cup neutral-flavored oil, such as grapeseed or canola
• 0.5 jalapeno pepper, thinly sliced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Tightly pack the sushi rice into a square 8x8-inch cake pan lined with plastic wrap. Chill for 2 to 3 hours in the refrigerator or 30 minutes in the freezer.

Step 2

Heat 1/2 cup oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cut the rice into thick, rectangular shapes, about 2 to 3 inches in length and 1 inch in width. Carefully move the pieces to the hot oil and fry until they reach a deep golden brown color, 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.

Step 3

Combine diced tuna with mayonnaise, Sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil, and lime juice in a medium bowl until thoroughly mixed.

Step 4

To assemble, place fried sushi rice on a serving platter. Top with 1 to 2 tablespoons of the spicy tuna mixture. Layer a few slices of avocado on top of each piece. Garnish with a thin drizzle of Sriracha, a jalapeño slice, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.