Crispy Chicken Katsu & Creamy Tuna Onigirazu Explosion 🍙🔥
Homemade onigirazu has become a staple in my kitchen, especially with chicken katsu and tuna as the main fillings.
The contrast between the crunchy panko-coated chicken and the creamy, savory tuna salad is unbeatable. For the katsu, I use boneless chicken thighs, seasoned and double-dipped in flour and egg before frying to a deep golden brown.
The tuna gets a quick mix with Japanese mayo, a splash of soy sauce, and a touch of wasabi for a subtle kick. Assembling the onigirazu is straightforward: lay out a sheet of nori, add a layer of warm sushi rice, then the fillings, and wrap it all up tight.
Slicing through the finished block reveals those perfect layers—always satisfying. It’s a portable meal that holds up well for lunch or a quick dinner. The balance of textures and flavors in each bite keeps things interesting, and there’s always room to experiment with add-ins like pickled veggies or shiso leaves.
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