Japanese-Style Tri-Colored Onigiri
A Japanese staple made with three different fillings, wrapped in triangular-shaped rice balls. Perfect for a quick snack or lunch.
Ingredients
- β1 cup Japanese short-grain rice
- β1/2 cup Salmon (canned in water)drained and flaked
- β1/4 cup Pickled plum (umeboshi)chopped
- β1/4 cup Shredded daikon (white radish)optional
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the rice thoroughly and cook according to the package instructions.
- 2
While the rice is cooking, prepare the fillings. Flake the salmon and chop the umeboshi.
- 3
Once the rice is cooked, allow it to cool down to room temperature.
- 4
Mix the rice with salt to taste and shape into small triangles.
- 5
Place a small amount of each filling in the center of each triangle.
- 6
Fold the triangle over the filling and press the edges together to seal the onigiri.
- 7
Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to a day.