Meat-Wrapped Rice Balls
The crispy charred bits filled with the rich flavors of pork and sauce are irresistible!
Meat-Wrapped Rice Balls introduction
Meat-Wrapped Rice Balls (肉巻きおにぎり, Nikumaki Onigiri) are made by wrapping freshly cooked rice with thin slices of pork marinated in a soy sauce-based sauce, then baking them to perfection in an oven. The combination of the tender, sweet-and-savory glazed pork and the warm, fluffy rice is simply unforgettable. Originally created as a staff meal in local restaurants, these tasty treats gained popularity in Miyazaki Prefecture as a must-try regional gourmet food, eventually spreading in fame throughout Japan. While it may appear like a solid block of pork at first glance, inside is surprisingly light rice, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures that never fails to delight.
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- NameMeat-Wrapped Rice Balls
- Area Miyazaki
- Kind of food Bento & Onigiri
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