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Get ready to elevate your Halloween celebration with a culinary twist that’s both spooky and delicious! Our Halloween-inspired Bat Onigiri with a Spicy Tuna Flavor is the perfect fusion of traditional Japanese cuisine and the playful spirit of Halloween. Dive into this exciting recipe that combines the charm of onigiri with a kick of spicy tuna goodness.

Ingredients

1 can of tuna in water, drained
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 green onion, finely chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

Prepare the Rice:

Rinse sushi rice thoroughly and cook according to package instructions.
Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Fold into the warm rice and let it cool.
Once rice is cooled place a spoonful of rice in the bottom of your mold.

Make the Spicy Tuna Filling:

Combine drained tuna, mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, green onion, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well.
Once your tuna mixture is made add a spoonful to your onigiri mold.
Feel free to add some avocado.
Cover the tuna with more rice until mold is full.

Shape the Bat Onigiri:

Wet your hands to prevent sticking.
Mold seasoned rice into a triangular shape for the bat’s body.
Cut nori into bat wing shapes and attach to the sides. Use black sesame seeds for eyes or sriracha or wasabi.

Serve and Enjoy:

Arrange the bat onigiri on a platter for a spooky presentation.
Enhance the experience with a mysterious dipping sauce—combine soy sauce with a dash of sesame oil.

Unleash the fun and flavor this Halloween with my Bat Onigiri recipe. Perfect for spooky gatherings or surprising your family with a unique treat, these bat-shaped delights capture the essence of both traditional Japanese cuisine and Halloween excitement. Roll up your sleeves, get into the spirit, and embark on a delightful and spooky food adventure! 🦇🎃

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