Low Fat Crab Onigiri

Delightfully light and bursting with umami, this Low Fat Crab Onigiri is the perfect fusion of traditional Japanese flavors and healthy eating. Featuring fluffy short-grain sushi rice seasoned with a delicate blend of rice vinegar, sugar, and salt, each onigiri is filled with a creamy, savory mixture of shredded imitation crab, low-fat mayonnaise, and fresh green onion. The onigiri is expertly shaped into neat triangles and wrapped with a crisp strip of nori for a satisfying bite that's both nutritious and portable. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of hands-on time, this recipe is ideal for meal prepping or as a fresh, low-calorie snack to enjoy on the go. Whether you're new to Japanese cuisine or a seasoned onigiri enthusiast, this recipe offers both simplicity and flavor in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup short-grain sushi rice
• 1.25 cups water
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 4 ounces imitation crab meat
• 2 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise
• 1 stalk green onion
• 2 sheets nori
• 0.5 teaspoon wasabi (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Step 2

Combine the rinsed rice and 1.25 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. After cooking, remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for another 10 minutes.

Step 4

While the rice is cooking, dissolve the sugar and salt in the rice vinegar in a small bowl.

Step 5

Transfer the cooked rice to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture with a rice paddle or spatula. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, shred the imitation crab meat and mix it with low-fat mayonnaise and finely chopped green onion. If desired, add wasabi to taste.

Step 7

Cut each nori sheet into thirds and set aside.

Step 8

Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking, and take about 1/4 cup of rice, forming it into a rough triangle shape in your hand.

Step 9

Make an indentation in the center of the rice and add a spoonful of the crab filling.

Step 10

Cover the filling with a bit more rice, shaping it into a triangle and firmly pressing to seal the edges.

Step 11

Wrap a strip of nori around the bottom of each onigiri, shiny side out, to add flavor and structure.

Step 12

Repeat with the remaining rice and filling. Serve immediately or wrap in plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to one day.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(704.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	481.1

Total Fat 7.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 27.7mg	0%
Sodium 2134.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 85.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.5g	0%
Total Sugars 13.2g
Protein 15.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 82.0mg	0%
Iron 1.6mg	0%
Potassium 266.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 15.0%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 71.6%