How to Make Rice Balls, Japanese“Onigiri” : Your Guide to Flavorful Homemade Lunches for Everyday!

Updated: Jul 11

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Two Onigiri Rice Balls and Daikon Radish Pickles Takuan on A Ceramic Plate with Pink Background, Japanese Food Illustration by Yoko Baum

Hey there, lunch enthusiasts! Ever find yourself in a lunchtime slump, wondering what to bring to the office that's both tasty and easy to make at home? Well, how about turning your everyday lunch routine into a delicious adventure with homemade Japanese bento lunches, starring the iconic onigiri rice balls?

Imagine this: You, a lunchtime hero, crafting your own bento masterpiece to bring a burst of flavor to your workday. Wondering how? It's surprisingly easy when you've got the onigiri magic up your sleeve. Trust me; if you can make these delightful rice balls, you've practically unlocked the key to a scrumptious homemade lunch adventure!

So, spill the rice – what's your go-to lunch, and have you ever considered leveling up your lunch game with the charm of Japanese onigiri rice balls? Stick around, and I'll show you just how simple and fun it can be to transform your everyday lunch into a bento feast! 🍙🌟

Let's make delicious Japanese onigiri rice balls in just 5 easy steps:

1.Get ready: Hang a big piece of plastic wrap over a bowl.

How To Make Rice Balls 5-1, Food Cooking Infographic Illustration by Yoko Baum

2. Rice and fillings: Drop the right amount of rice onto the plastic wrap. Now, here's the fun part—add your favorite ingredients like tuna mayo, pickled plums, or bonito flakes with soy sauce right in the middle of the rice.

How To Make Rice Balls 5-2, Food Cooking Infographic Illustration by Yoko Baum

3. Wrap it up: Embrace the rice with the plastic wrap, and for an easier time, twist the four sides together. Think of it like forming a cozy ball.

How To Make Rice Balls 5-3, Food Cooking Infographic Illustration by Yoko Baum

How To Make Rice Balls 5-5, Food Cooking Infographic Illustration by Yoko Baum

4. Shape it: Gently squeeze the rice into your preferred shape. Whether it's a cute sphere, a charming triangle, or any shape you fancy. Remember, be gentle – treat it like you're patting a baby's head to keep those rice grains intact!

How To Make Rice Balls 5-4, Food Cooking Infographic Illustration by Yoko Baum

Nori magic: Finish off by wrapping a sheet of nori around your creation. And voila, your onigiri masterpiece is ready to be enjoyed!

Two Onigiri Rice Balls and Daikon Radish Pickles Takuan on A Ceramic Plate 2, Japanese Food Illustration by Yoko Baum

Hungry for easy steps to perfect rice balls? Check my snappy Illustration guide for a visual feast! From fillings to shaping, it's all here. Save it, pin it, and roll into flavor! 🌟 #OnigiriMagic #RiceBallCrafting #happyeating