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Korean Tuna Rice Balls

Spicy Korean Tuna Rice Balls for a Flavor-Packed Snack

Delight in these Korean Tuna Rice Balls, a fusion of flavors perfect for a quick snack that is gluten-free and customizable.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Refrigeration Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Balls
  • 1 can Tuna drained
  • 2 cups Cooked Short-Grain White Rice or brown rice
  • 2 tablespoons Korean Hot Pepper Paste (Gochujang) adjust for heat tolerance
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce gluten-free if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil adjust for stronger flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 handful Chopped Green Onions or chives
  • to taste Salt and Pepper for flavor
  • to taste Toasted Sesame Seeds for garnish
For a Serving Option
  • to taste Kimchi or Pickled Vegetables

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine drained tuna, gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, chopped green onions, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Mix until well-combined.
  2. Gently add cooked rice to the tuna mixture and fold in using a spatula, ensuring each grain is coated evenly.
  3. Moisten hands and scoop a portion of the mixture, pressing it into a compact ball about the size of a golf ball. Repeat until all mixture is shaped.
  4. Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and additional green onions, or refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 8gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These rice balls are gluten-free and can be customized with different proteins or veggies as desired.

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