Easy Tuna Rice Balls: Deliciously Simple Comfort Food Recipe
These Easy Tuna Rice Balls are a deliciously simple comfort food that everyone will love. They are perfect for a quick snack or a hearty meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Pan-Fry
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 can tuna, drained
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (for coating)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, tuna, mayonnaise, green onions, soy sauce, garlic powder, and salt.
- Mix until well combined, then form the mixture into balls.
- Roll each ball in panko breadcrumbs to coat.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and cook the rice balls until golden brown on all sides.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can include diced vegetables like bell peppers or carrots in the mixture.
- These rice balls can be made ahead and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rice balls
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Easy Tuna Rice Balls