Ingredients
1 1/2 cups sushi rice
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
1 tbsp. granulated sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 (10 oz.) can White Chicken in Teriyaki Sauce, lightly drained
1/2 cup sesame seeds
1 tbsp. chopped fresh chives (optional)
Soy sauce (optional)
Instructions
In fine-mesh strainer, rinse rice under cold running water until water runs clear. In small saucepan, combine rice and 1 1/2 cups water; bring to simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook for 12 to 15 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Let stand for 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, stir together vinegar, sugar and salt; toss with rice. Cool completely. With wet hands, shape 1/4 cup rice into a patty. Place about 1 tbsp teriyaki chicken in the center; shape rice around chicken to enclose filling, forming ball. Repeat with remaining rice and chicken. Roll balls in sesame seeds; garnish with chives and serve with soy sauce for dipping (if using).
Tip: Add 1/4 tsp wasabi paste to soy sauce for a spicy kick if desired.