How do I prepare the sweet potato filling for these Onigirazu?

Cut the sweet potato into 1/4-inch thick slices, then fry them in a hot pan with oil at medium heat for 4 minutes per side until tender.

What are the three different filling options for these Onigirazu sushi sandwiches?

This recipe offers fillings of sweet potato with pickled red cabbage and spinach; oyster mushrooms with radish; or smoked sprouts with cucumber.

How do I assemble the Onigirazu once the fillings are ready?

Place the nori leaves with the rough side facing up on fresh food wrap, add a small handful of rice in the middle, layer your chosen filling, top with another small handful of rice, and then fold the corners of the nori.

Can I make the red cabbage ahead of time for the sweet potato Onigirazu?

Yes, the red cabbage is prepared by cutting it into fine strips, mixing with vinegar and salt, massaging with hands, and setting aside, which can be done in advance.

What kind of rice is best for these sushi sandwiches?

The recipe specifically calls for two servings of sushi rice, which is ideal for its sticky texture to hold the sandwich together effectively.

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Onigirazu: Japanese Sushi Sandwiches, Three Ways
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

NM By: Nadine Horn and Jörg Mayer

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Onigirazu: Japanese Sushi Sandwiches Three Ways

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Ingredients You Need for Onigirazu: Japanese Sushi Sandwiches, Three Ways [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

For the Wraps:

2 servings sushi rice
6 pieces nori

For the Sweet Potato:

1.7 ounces red cabbage
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
7 ounces sweet potato
1.7 ounces spinach

For the Mushroom and Radish:

4.4 ounces radish
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 1/2 ounces oyster mushrooms
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
2 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise

For the Smoked Sprout Sandwiches:

4.4 ounces incense smoke
1/3 cucumber
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1.7 ounces of shoots
2 tablespoon vegan mayonnaise

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How to Prepare Onigirazu: Japanese Sushi Sandwiches, Three Ways [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Cut red cabbage into fine strips, mix with vinegar and salt, massage with hands and set aside.
Cut the sweet potato into 1/4-inch thick slices. Add oil to a hot pan, fry sweet potatoes at medium heat 4 minutes per side.
Place the Nori leaves with the rough side facing up on a piece of fresh food. Place a small handful of rice in the middle, cover with sweet potato, lightly drained red cabbage and spinach leaves, and finish with another small handful of rice and fold the corners.