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Onigirazu (Rice Sandwich) with Salmon, Cucumber and Avocado

Onigirazu Rice Sandwich with Salmon, Cucumber and Avocado Recipe

Delight in this Onigirazu (Rice Sandwich) with Salmon, Cucumber and Avocado, bringing a fusion of flavors and textures to your table.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 8 sandwiches
Course: Lunch Recipes
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

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

Equipment

  • large baking sheet
  • medium bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Plastic wrap
  • Fork

Method
 

Preparation
  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.
  3. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss rice, furikake, 1 tablespoon vinegar, 1 teaspoon sugar, and remaining 2 teaspoons soy sauce until combined. In a small bowl, toss cabbage, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar and 1/4 teaspoon sugar until combined.
  4. Transfer salmon to another medium bowl and add 2 tablespoons spicy mayo. Using a fork, break salmon into small pieces and toss until coated.
  5. 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. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. Unwrap sushi sandwich and slice in half. Serve with remaining spicy mayo alongside.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

You can customize your Onigirazu by swapping ingredients based on your preferences. Enjoy fresh for the best flavor.

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