Sushi Rice Balls With Sausage And Tomato

1. 1

   Rinse the rice with cold water and drain in a colander.

2. 2

   Place the rice in a pan and add the boiling water. Let evaporate a bit, cover and cook over low heat for about 5 minutes. Careful to not over cook or rice will stick to the bottom of the pan. Allow rice to cool completely.

3. 3

   Poke small holes in the sausage and place the sausage in a non-stick pan. Cook until browned on both sides. Turn off heat and let cool.

4. 4

   Assembling the 'sushi':

5. 5

   Line a bowl with plastic wrap. Mix the sesame seeds together in a shallow dish. Place some rice on the plastic wrap, top with some sausage, then add more rice.

6. 6

   Twist the plastic wrap as if wrapping a piece of candy, taking care to release the air. Unroll the plastic wrap and roll the rice ball in the sesame seeds.

7. 7

   Repeat the process until rice and sausage are gone.

8. 8

   For the sauce: Grate the tomatoes, taking care not to grate the peel.

9. 9

   Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper. Serve with rice balls.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.