Dairy-Free Onigiri

Dairy-Free Onigiri is a delightful Japanese rice ball dish that combines seasoned rice with flavorful fillings, baked to perfection for a crispy exterior. This unique twist on traditional onigiri is both satisfying and completely dairy-free, making it a perfect snack or meal option.

Ingredients

• Sushi rice - 1 cup
• Water - 1 1/4 cups
• Nori sheets - 2 sheets
• Cooked shiitake mushrooms - 1/2 cup, chopped
• Carrot - 1 small, grated
• Green onions - 2, thinly sliced
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - for brushing

Steps

1. Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain.
2. In a medium pot, combine the rinsed rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat, cover, and cook for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
3. Remove from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for another 10 minutes.
4. In a bowl, combine the cooked shiitake mushrooms, grated carrot, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, and salt to create the filling.
5. Once the rice is ready, fluff it with a fork and let it cool slightly.
6. Wet your hands with water and take a small amount of rice, about the size of a golf ball, and flatten it in your palm.
7. Place a teaspoon of the filling in the center, then mold the rice around the filling to form a triangle shape. Repeat with the remaining rice and filling.
8. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
9. Place the formed onigiri on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with black sesame seeds.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the onigiri are golden brown and crispy.
11. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• A good source of plant-based protein from rice and mushrooms.

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