Jul 14 2026
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Sushi Tots Recipe

Inspired by 5Church Buckhead
Time1h
Serves4

fried sushi rice, yellowfin tuna, sriracha aioli, eel sauce, nori, wasabi tobiko

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Ingredients

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Sushi Rice

Sushi Tots Filling

Sriracha Aioli

Coating and Frying

Garnish

Method

Prepare Sushi Rice

  1. 1

    Rinse the Rice

    Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch.

  2. 2

    Cook the Rice

    In a medium pot, combine the rinsed sushi rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the water is absorbed.

  3. 3

    Season the Rice

    In a small bowl, mix together rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Once the rice is cooked, transfer to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture. Allow to cool.

Prepare the Filling

  1. 4

    Dice the Tuna

    Cut the yellowfin tuna into small cubes, about 1/4 inch. In a mixing bowl, combine the tuna with the wasabi tobiko and eel sauce. Mix well.

Make Sriracha Aioli

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and sriracha until smooth. Adjust the sriracha to taste.

Form and Fry Sushi Tots

  1. 6

    Shape the Tots

    Once the sushi rice is cooled, take a small amount (about 2 tablespoons) and flatten it in your palm. Place a spoonful of the tuna filling in the center, then fold the rice around the filling to form a ball. Repeat with remaining rice and filling.

  2. 7

    Prepare for Frying

    Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with the beaten egg, and one with panko breadcrumbs.

  3. 8

    Bread the Tots

    Roll each sushi ball in flour, dip it in the egg, and then coat it in panko breadcrumbs. Ensure they are fully covered.

  4. 9

    Fry the Tots

    In a deep pan or pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, fry the sushi tots in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Serve

  1. 10

    Plate the Tots

    Serve the fried sushi tots on a plate, garnished with strips of nori and a drizzle of sriracha aioli. Enjoy!

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