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Swicy Mango Crispy Rice Sushi

Swicy Mango Crispy Rice Sushi
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Swicy Mango Crispy Rice Sushi is a vibrant fusion dish that brilliantly marries the sweetness of ripe mango with the crunch of air-fried rice, finished with a creamy gochujang mayo. Perfect for any gathering, these sushi bites are a delightful departure from traditional appetizers, offering a unique blend of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup sushi rice
  • 1 1/4 cups water
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • Neutral oil spray
  • 1 large ripe mango, diced small
  • 1 small cucumber, seeds removed and diced small
  • 1 tbsp red onion, finely minced
  • 1 tsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tsp black or white sesame seeds
  • Pinch of chili flakes (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise (use vegan mayo if desired)
  • 1 tbsp gochujang
  • 1 tsp lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 sheet nori, cut into thin strips or crumbled
  • Extra sesame seeds
  • Sliced scallions

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. Combine rinsed sushi rice and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Once boiling, cover and simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it stand covered for another 10 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Gently fold this mixture into the cooked rice. Let it cool to room temperature.
  4. With wet hands, press cooled rice into a parchment-lined 8×8-inch baking dish to about ½ inch thickness. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  5. Cut chilled rice into 12 equal rectangles. Spray both sides lightly with neutral oil. Arrange them in a single layer in your air fryer basket. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden and crisp.
  6. In a bowl, combine diced mango, cucumber, red onion, lime juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, sesame seeds, chili flakes (if using), and salt. Toss gently; taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, gochujang, lime juice, and honey/maple syrup until smooth.
  8. Top each crispy rice bite with a spoonful of mango tartare. Drizzle with gochujang mayo. Garnish with nori strips, extra sesame seeds, and sliced scallions. Serve immediately.

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