Perilla Leaf and Tuna Rice Balls recipe - ingredients, nutrition and when to eat it
These easy rice balls are made by mixing tuna and finely chopped perilla leaves into rice, then shaping the mixture into rounds.
These easy rice balls are made by mixing tuna and finely chopped perilla leaves into rice, then shaping the mixture into rounds. Savory tuna and the fresh aroma of perilla go together nicely, making them a good fit for a packed lunch or a busy evening.
Street food · 10 minutes to cook
Nutrition (per 316g serving): 530.4 kcal · protein 21.4g · carbohydrate 68.7g · fat 17.6g · sodium 652.2mg
Nutrition source: one serving calculated from an ingredient table verified against "National Integrated Food Nutrient Database (standard data)" (Korea MFDS, RDA and Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries via the Public Data Portal).
Tips: Drain the tuna well so the rice doesn't get soggy.
Tips: Mix in the perilla leaves while the rice is hot so their aroma spreads more evenly.
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Ingredients (1 serving)
- White Rice — 1 bowl
- Canned Tuna — 0.5 can
- Perilla Leaves — 4 sheet
- Mayonnaise — 1 Tbsp
- Sesame Oil — 1 tsp
- Toasted Sesame Seeds — 1 tsp
- Salt — 0.2 tsp