Avocado and Sesame Onigiri

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

2. 2

   Cook the rice according to the package instructions or using a rice cooker.

3. 3

   Once cooked, let the rice cool slightly and mix in the sesame oil and salt.

4. 4

   Cut the avocado into small cubes.

5. 5

   Lay a sheet of nori on a flat surface, shiny side down.

6. 6

   Wet your hands with water to prevent sticking, and take a handful of rice.

7. 7

   Place the rice in the center of the nori sheet and flatten it slightly.

8. 8

   Add a few cubes of avocado on top of the rice.

9. 9

   Fold the nori over the rice and avocado to form a triangle shape, pressing gently to seal.

10. 10

    Repeat with the remaining ingredients.

11. 11

    Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat until golden brown.

12. 12

    Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the onigiri before serving.