Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice (TikTok-Inspired Favorite)

Spicy tuna crispy rice has taken over social media — and for good reason. This viral recipe features crunchy, golden rice squares topped with creamy, spicy tuna and fresh garnishes like avocado or jalapeño — all packed into one irresistible bite.

Inspired by Japanese-American fusion and restaurant appetizers, this trendy dish is shockingly easy to recreate at home. It's perfect for date nights, dinner parties, or any time you want to impress. With a few simple ingredients and a little patience (for chilling the rice), you’ll get an appetizer that’s both beautiful and bursting with flavor.

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🛒 Ingredients (Makes ~12 bites)

For the crispy rice:

• 1 cup sushi rice, cooked and cooled
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• Neutral oil (e.g., vegetable) for frying

For the spicy tuna:

• 150g sushi-grade tuna, finely chopped
• 1.5 tbsp mayo (preferably Kewpie)
• 1 tsp sriracha or to taste
• 1/2 tsp soy sauce
• Optional: 1 tsp chopped scallions

Toppings:

• Sliced avocado
• Sesame seeds
• Chili oil or jalapeño slices (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Shape the rice:
   Mix cooked rice with rice vinegar. Press into a flat rectangle on parchment paper and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes. Cut into small rectangles (about 2–3 cm wide).
2. Fry the rice:
   Heat oil in a pan and fry rice rectangles until golden and crispy on both sides. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt.
3. Make the spicy tuna:
   Mix chopped tuna with mayo, sriracha, soy sauce, and scallions.
4. Assemble:
   Top each rice bite with spicy tuna, a slice of avocado, sesame seeds, and (optional) jalapeño or chili oil.

💡 Tips & Variations

• No raw tuna? Use canned tuna or cooked salmon for a budget-friendly twist.
• Make ahead: Fry rice ahead and store in an airtight container for 1 day.
• Add crunch: Top with crispy shallots or tempura flakes.

📦 Storage

Best eaten fresh. You can store the spicy tuna mix in the fridge for 1 day, but assemble just before serving.