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Onigirazu (Rice Sandwich) with Salmon, Cucumber and Avocado

Delicious Onigirazu Rice Sandwich with Spicy Salmon, Cucumber, and Avocado

Enjoy this flavorful Onigirazu rice sandwich featuring spicy salmon, crisp cucumber, and creamy avocado for a delightful meal experience.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 sandwiches
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Spicy Mayo
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise preferably Kewpie
  • 1/2 cup sriracha
  • 2 tsp toasted sesame oil optional
  • 6 tsp reduced-sodium soy sauce divided
Salmon and Rice Mixture
  • 1 lb skinless salmon cut into 2 (8-oz.) fillets
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 2/3 cups warm cooked plain sushi rice
  • 1 Tbsp furikake
  • 3 Tbsp rice wine vinegar divided
  • 1 1/4 tsp granulated sugar divided
Vegetables and Nori
  • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
  • 8 sheets nori (8 inches)
  • 1 Persian cucumber thinly sliced
  • 1 medium carrot peeled, grated
  • 1 avocado sliced

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowls
  • Fork
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Broiling the Salmon
  1. Place a rack closest to broiler. Heat broiler to high. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, sriracha, oil (if using), and 4 teaspoons soy sauce.
  2. Place salmon on a large foil-lined baking sheet; season all over with 1 teaspoon salt. Spoon 1 tablespoon spicy mayo on each fillet and rub all over. Broil salmon, watching closely, until tops start to brown and blister, 9 to 11 minutes.
Preparing the Rice and Vegetables
  1. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss rice, furikake, 1 tablespoon vinegar, 1 teaspoon sugar, and remaining 2 teaspoons soy sauce until combined.
  2. In a small bowl, toss cabbage, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar and 1/4 teaspoon sugar until combined.
Assembling the Onigirazu
  1. Transfer salmon to another medium bowl and add 2 tablespoons spicy mayo. Using a fork, break salmon into small pieces and toss until coated.
  2. On a work surface, arrange a sheet of nori with a point facing you. Spoon 1/3 cup rice mixture into the center. Using wet fingers, pat rice into a square.
  3. Top with 1/4 cup salmon mixture, spreading over rice. Layer with 4 slices cucumber, 2 tablespoons cabbage mixture, 1 tablespoon grated carrot, 2 slices avocado, and 2 tablespoons spicy mayo.
  4. Fold top corner of sheet down over the center. Repeat with bottom, left, and right corners to make a square pouch, enclosing fillings. Tightly wrap with plastic wrap. Repeat with remaining sheets and filling. Let sit 10 minutes.
  5. Unwrap sushi sandwich and slice in half. Serve with remaining spicy mayo alongside.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

This recipe provides a perfect blend of flavors and textures, making it a great choice for picnics, lunches, or dinner at home.

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