Description
Crispy Rice Watermelon Poke is a delightful summer dish that combines the satisfying crunch of golden-brown rice cakes with the juicy sweetness of ripe watermelon. This refreshing poke bowl is perfect for gatherings or casual dinners, offering vibrant colors and flavors that will impress your guests. With easy preparation and endless customization options, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cups diced watermelon
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Seaweed sheets (nori), for garnish
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear. Cook according to package instructions until sticky.
- Mix in sesame oil and soy sauce while warm; let cool slightly.
- Wet hands and form small patties (about 1-inch thick) from rice mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat; fry patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Assemble by topping fried rice cakes with watermelon, avocado, and green onions.
- Garnish with crumbled nori sheets and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake pop (45g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg