How would you customize your crispy rice sushi waffles?

Ingredients

• 2 cups Sushi Rice (short‑grain Japanese rice, cooked and slightly cooled)
• 2 tablespoons Rice Wine Vinegar (adds classic sushi tang)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil (toasted sesame oil for flavor)
• 1 whole Avocado (ripe, sliced into strips)
• ½ large Cucumber (seedless, thinly sliced)
• 4 ounces Salmon (sushi‑grade, thinly sliced)
• 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce (low‑sodium preferred)
• 1 tablespoon Japanese Mayonnaise (e.g., Kewpie)
• 1 teaspoon Sriracha (adjust to heat preference)
• 1 teaspoon Furikake (Japanese seasoning blend)

Instructions

1. Cook the sushi rice

   Rinse 2 cups of sushi rice until water runs clear, then cook according to package directions (usually 1 cup rice to 1¼ cups water). Once cooked, let sit covered for 10 minutes.

   Time: PT15M

2. Season the rice

   Transfer the hot rice to a mixing bowl. Gently fold in 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar and 1 tsp toasted sesame oil until evenly coated.

   Time: PT5M

3. Prepare toppings

   While the rice rests, slice the avocado into thin strips, thinly slice the cucumber, and cut the sushi‑grade salmon into bite‑size pieces.

   Time: PT5M

4. Preheat waffle maker

   Plug in the waffle maker and set to medium‑high heat (about 190‑200°C) until the indicator shows it’s ready.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: 190-200°C

5. Form and cook rice waffles

   Spoon a generous handful of seasoned rice into each waffle cavity, pressing lightly to spread evenly. Close the lid and cook for 4‑5 minutes, or until the exterior is golden and crisp.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 190-200°C

6. Assemble the waffles

   Place each crispy rice waffle on a plate. Top with avocado strips, cucumber slices, and salmon pieces.

   Time: PT2M

7. Add finishing sauces and seasoning

   Drizzle 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp Japanese mayo, and 1 tsp sriracha over the toppings. Sprinkle furikake evenly on top.

   Time: PT1M

8. Serve immediately

   Serve the crispy rice sushi waffles while still warm for the best texture.

   Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

15g

Carbohydrates

45g

Fat

12g

Fiber

4g