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Easy crispy rice bowl topped with spicy tuna and fresh vegetables.

Crispy Rice Bowl with Spicy Tuna

This easy and fun rice bowl combines crispy rice with a creamy, spicy tuna topping, perfect for satisfying sushi cravings without the delivery fee.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Spicy Tuna
  • 1 can canned tuna, drained well (5 oz) Chunk light or albacore in water is preferred.
  • 2-3 tablespoons mayo Regular or Japanese style.
  • 1-2 teaspoons sriracha Adjust to taste for spice level.
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce For added umami.
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar or lime juice Adjust for tanginess.
  • a pinch sugar Optional, to balance flavors.
  • a few drops sesame oil Optional, for flavor.
  • chopped scallions Optional topping.
For the Crispy Rice
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil For frying the rice.
  • 2 cups cooked rice Use cold, leftover rice for best results.
  • a pinch salt For seasoning.
Toppings
  • cucumber, sliced For crunch.
  • avocado, sliced For creaminess.
  • seaweed snacks or nori strips For flavor and texture.
  • sesame seeds For garnish.
  • pickled ginger Optional, for extra flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Drain the tuna and mix it with mayo, sriracha, soy sauce, rice vinegar (or lime juice), and optional ingredients.
  2. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
Crispy Rice
  1. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium high heat and add neutral oil.
  2. Add the cooked rice, pressing it into a thin layer. Cook without stirring for 4-6 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Flip in sections and cook for another 3-5 minutes until crispy.
  4. Season with a pinch of salt and additional soy sauce if desired.
Assembly
  1. Let the crispy rice cool for a minute, then plate it as a base.
  2. Top with the prepared spicy tuna mixture.
  3. Add your chosen toppings: cucumber, avocado, seaweed, sesame seeds, and pickled ginger.

Notes

For a jammy fried egg on top of your rice, cook an egg while the rice crisps. Keep crispy rice separate from wet toppings when storing for meal prep.