Tuna Rice Balls
Savory tuna rice balls made with cooked rice, canned tuna, and a hint of low‑fat mayo. Coated in toasted sesame seeds, they are a protein‑rich snack that can be enjoyed immediately or stored for a quick lunch.
Recipe by Matteo | Easy High Protein Recipes· Structured by ReelsMeals
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Ingredients
- 7 1/10 oz cooked rice
- 3 1/2 oz canned tuna fish
- 1 tbsp low fat mayo
- to taste salt
- to taste soy sauce
- sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1Gather all ingredients and have a large mixing bowl ready.
- 2If the canned tuna is packed in water, drain it well and flake it with a fork.
- 3Place the cooked rice into the bowl, then add the flaked tuna, low‑fat mayo, and a pinch of salt or a few drops of soy sauce, depending on your taste preference.
- 4Using a fork, gently stir the mixture until the rice, tuna, and mayo are evenly combined, being careful not to mash the rice.
- 5Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the mixture rest for 2–3 minutes so the flavors can meld.
- 6Wet your hands lightly with water to prevent sticking, then portion the mixture into six equal parts (about 70 g each).
- 7Shape each portion into a compact ball, pressing firmly but gently to hold its shape.
- 8Place the sesame seeds in a shallow dish; lightly toast them in a dry skillet for 1–2 minutes if they are raw, then let them cool.
- 9Roll each rice ball in the sesame seeds, ensuring an even coating on all sides.
- 10Arrange the coated rice balls on a serving plate. If serving immediately, enjoy them while fresh.
- 11If you plan to store them, place the balls in an airtight container and refrigerate; they will keep well for up to two days.
- 12Before serving leftovers, let the rice balls sit at room temperature for a few minutes or microwave briefly (10‑15 seconds) to soften the rice if desired.
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- How many servings does this Tuna Rice Balls recipe make?
- This recipe makes 6 servings as written; ingredient quantities on this page can be scaled.
- Where does this Tuna Rice Balls recipe come from?
- It was shared by Matteo | Easy High Protein Recipes on instagram.com. ReelsMeals structured the original post into this step-by-step card; the original is linked above.