Salmon Crispy Rice Bites (Print-Friendly Version)

Crispy sushi rice squares topped with a creamy and spicy salmon blend for a flavorful bite.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Rice Preparation

01 - 200 grams sushi rice
02 - 300 milliliters water
03 - 30 milliliters rice vinegar
04 - 12 grams sugar
05 - 2.5 grams salt

→ Frying

06 - Neutral oil for frying

→ Salmon Topping

07 - 170 grams fresh sushi-grade salmon, finely chopped
08 - 30 milliliters mayonnaise
09 - 10 milliliters sriracha sauce
10 - 2.5 milliliters sesame oil
11 - 5 milliliters soy sauce
12 - 5 grams green onions, finely sliced

→ Garnishes (optional)

13 - 5 grams sesame seeds
14 - Sliced jalapeños or avocado

→ Serving Sauce (optional)

15 - Soy sauce or spicy mayonnaise

# Detailed Directions:

01 - Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear. Cook rice with water using a rice cooker or stovetop method. While warm, fold in rice vinegar, sugar, and salt gently to combine.
02 - Transfer seasoned rice into a parchment-lined baking dish and press into an even layer approximately 1.3 to 1.9 centimeters thick. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour or preferably overnight.
03 - In a bowl, combine finely chopped salmon with mayonnaise, sriracha, sesame oil, soy sauce, and green onions. Mix thoroughly until creamy. Adjust seasoning as desired.
04 - Remove chilled rice and cut into small rectangles or squares. Heat neutral oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry rice pieces for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Drain excess oil on paper towels.
05 - Top each crispy rice piece with a spoonful of the spicy salmon mixture. Garnish with sesame seeds and optionally jalapeño slices or avocado. Serve immediately with optional soy sauce or spicy mayo.

# Helpful Advice:

01 - Use only fresh, sushi-grade salmon to ensure safety and optimal flavor. Thoroughly chilling the rice is essential to achieve a crisp texture when frying.
02 - Adjust the quantity of sriracha to control the heat level according to preference.