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Sticky Rice Buns

Rice, rice baby.

Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Japanese
Keyword buns, easy, sticky rice
Author Déja T.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups white sushi rice
  • 2 scallions finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds plus more for serving
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar or white wine vinegar
  • Sesame oil (for brushing

Instructions

  1. Place rice, vinegar, salt, and 3 cups water in a saucepan. Bring to boil then reduce to simmer and cook for 20 minutes.
  2. Stir in sesame seed and with scallions then cool.
  3. Fill a bowl with water then wet your hands. Scoop rice and form patties with the mixture. You should get 8.
  4. Heat a skillet or a griddle pan.
  5. Brush each bun with sesame oil. Toast for 2-3 minutes per side.

  6. Serve with your favorite sandwich filling and enjoy! :D