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Weeknight Onigiri with Toasted Sesame

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Weeknight Onigiri with Toasted Sesame

Weeknight-fast, this Japanese onigiri with toasted sesame delivers honest, unfussy cooking done right.

82Minutes
5Servings
AdvancedLevel
4.9452 ratings

Method

  1. Bloom sesame oil in a little oil until aromatic to build the base.

  2. Stir in scallions and cook down into a thick, fragrant paste.

  3. Add the main ingredients and enough liquid to simmer gently.

  4. Let the onigiri simmer until tender and the flavors meld.

  5. Finish with short-grain rice, check the seasoning, and serve over rice or bread.