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Onigiri – Japanese rice balls

Tradition and enjoyment

Onigiri – Japanese rice balls: tradition and enjoyment

Delicious and practical for on the go: Onigiri are the perfect snack. We'll show you how you can easily prepare these delicious rice balls at home with the low-carb rice cooker from KOENIG.

The history of Onigiri

Onigiri are Japanese rice balls. They have been prepared in Japanese cuisine for centuries. The snacks are delicious and practical for on the go. Onigiri are an integral part of Japanese food culture and are becoming increasingly popular. In this article, we will show you how you can easily prepare the delicious rice balls at home with the low-carb rice cooker from KOENIG.

Variations and fillings

Onigiri comes in many different variations. They differ in shape, size and filling. Popular fillings are:

Umeboshi (pickled plums): The plums give the onigiri an intense flavor and are a traditional filling.
Salmon: Grilled or raw salmon is a popular filling and provides a hearty flavor.
Tuna mayonnaise: A mixture of tuna and mayonnaise that is especially popular with children.
Konbu (seaweed): Marinated seaweed gives the onigiri a pleasant umami note.
Tarako (salted cod): This filling offers a slightly salty and spicy taste.

How to make Onigiri yourself

Making onigiri is easy and requires only a few ingredients. Here is a basic recipe to try - enjoy!

Ingredients for 8 to 10 Onigiri (4 to 5 servings):

2 cups short grain rice
2.5 cups water
Salt to taste
4-5 nori sheets (dried seaweed)
Fillings of your choice (e.g. umeboshi, salmon, tuna mayo)

Directions:

Cook rice: Wash the rice and put it in the rice cooker. Add water. Add salt to taste. Close the lid and start the cooking process. As soon as the rice cooker switches to the keep warm mode, the rice is ready.
Let rice cool: Let the cooked rice cool slightly so that it is easier to shape.
Forming the onigiri: Wet your hands with water and rub them lightly with salt. Take a handful of rice and form it into a ball or triangle. Make a hole in the middle and fill it with the desired filling. Close the hole with a little more rice and continue forming the onigiri until it is firm.
Add Nori: Cut the nori sheets into appropriate strips and wrap them around the onigiri.
Try it and enjoy these delicious Japanese rice balls!