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Illustration of Yaki Onigiri (Grilled Rice Triangles) in a colourful bento box

Yaki Onigiri (Grilled Rice Triangles)

⏱️ 15 min · Japanese · Lunch main

Nut-freeNo reheatingVegetarianAsian stapleSesame-free

Ingredients

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  • Short-grain (sushi) rice: Slightly sticky rice that holds its shape, so it's ideal for onigiri and gimbap. Calrose rice works well too. Where to buy

Method

  1. Shape firm triangles.
  2. Pan-fry until crisp, brushing with soy and butter.
  3. Cool before packing.

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