Spicy Pork Cartilage Rice Balls: A Simple and Delicious Weekend Lunch
Spicy Pork Cartilage Rice Balls: A Simple and Delicious Weekend Lunch
Easy Spicy Pork Cartilage Rice Ball Recipe – Perfect for a Weekend Lunch!
Hello everyone! As the weather turns overcast with the prediction of rain, I’ve prepared a simple yet special weekend lunch menu that perfectly suits the mood. On a day when my child decided to relax at home, I pondered what to make and ended up utilizing leftover spicy pork cartilage stir-fry from my fridge to create these wonderful rice balls. Even without many ingredients, the chewy pork cartilage, savory seaweed, and rice come together to make a satisfying and delicious meal. This recipe requires no complicated cooking steps and can be made in a flash, making it perfect for busy weekends when you want a delightful meal with minimal effort. Give it a try!
Main Ingredients- Spicy Pork Cartilage Stir-fry (leftover)
- Rice (warm)
- Seaweed (seasoned seaweed flakes or furikake)
- Sesame Oil
- Sesame Seeds (whole or ground)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
The spicy pork cartilage rice balls I’m introducing today utilize the ‘Spicy Pork Cartilage Stir-fry’ recipe I made not too long ago. If you have any leftover stir-fry, don’t discard it – transform it into these delicious rice balls! (Note: Please refer to the link for the spicy pork cartilage stir-fry recipe.)
Step 2
Prepare the key ingredient for the rice balls: the spicy pork cartilage stir-fry. If it has cooled down, gently reheat it using a microwave or a frying pan to make it appetizing again. This step helps to revive the flavors, making it even more delicious.
Step 3
Measure out an appropriate amount of warm rice. Place the warmed spicy pork cartilage stir-fry on top of the rice. If the pork cartilage is thinly sliced, you can use it as is. However, if the pieces are thick, finely chop them into bite-sized pieces for easier mixing with the rice.
Step 4
Next, add seaweed to enhance the nutty flavor and aroma of the rice balls. Using crumbled seasoned seaweed or furikake makes this step even more convenient and flavorful.
Step 5
If you don’t have furikake, I used a leftover Korean lunchbox seaweed packet. Put the rice and spicy pork cartilage stir-fry into the packet, then crumble the seaweed over the top. This method saves on washing up and easily adds a delicious seaweed flavor.
Step 6
Drizzle generously with sesame oil to add a rich, nutty taste. Use a spatula or spoon to mix all the ingredients together evenly. As a tip, grinding sesame seeds before adding them will make the nutty flavor even more intense.
Step 7
Once the rice, pork cartilage, seaweed, and seasonings are well combined and mixed uniformly, it’s time to shape the rice balls.
Step 8
Take a portion of the mixture into your hands and shape it into a round ball. To ensure the rice balls hold their shape firmly, press down with your palms as you roll them. This prevents them from falling apart when you eat them.
Step 9
Pick up and enjoy the delicious spicy pork cartilage rice balls one by one. My child happily ate them while wearing gloves! Feel free to use other fillings besides pork cartilage according to your preference, and create your own unique rice balls. For a weekend lunch, it’s great to have a simple and satisfying meal like this, and then relax for the rest of the day! Have a wonderful weekend!
