Go Back
Print Recipe

Spicy Salmon Sushi Rice Balls

These delicious vegan salmon rice balls are inspired by Japanese Onigiri and is an easy meal or snack that can be prepared in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Fusion, Japanese
Keyword: rice balls, spicy, sushi
Servings: 4

Ingredients

Vegan 'Salmon'

  • 200 g extra firm tofu
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp light soy sauce
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Sushi Rice Balls

  • 400 g cooked rice
  • 1/2 tbsp gochujang (adjust according to spice tolerance)
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp chili oil
  • 1/3 cup chopped spring onions
  • 1/2 tbsp gluten free soy sauce
  • 1 tsp mirin
  • 1.5 tbsp vegan mayo
  • 1/2 tbsp black sesame seeds
  • 1/2 tbsp white sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Prepare your rice. This recipe works best with leftover rice - I used a microwaveable korean rice to make it in just under 2 minutes!
  • Shred your tofu. Add some oil to a pan, your tofu and fry for a few minutes.
  • Add your sauces and spices and let it fry until it browns.
  • Combine the rice, tofu, the rest of the ingredients and mix them until well combined.
  • Roll them into balls, top with more sesame seeds and serve.

Notes

  1. To make this recipe gluten free, remember to swap out your gochujang to a gluten free chili paste or more 1/2 tbsp chili oil.