In the eyes of every pet owner, their furry friends are the cutest in the world! If there's a way to capture their cuteness in a different form, it would certainly be twice as fun! Recently, Japan has been trending with "Wanko Onigiri" (dog-shaped rice balls), which are easy to make. All you need is some simple onigiri fillings, and you can easily present your dog's cuteness on rice balls.
For example, to make a Poodle-shaped onigiri, you just need Japanese rice, dried bonito flakes, and tsukudani (thinly-sliced seafood, meat or seaweed that has been simmered in soy sauce and mirin). This adorable dog-shaped rice ball is sure to be so cute that you'll hesitate to eat it!
How to Make Dog-Shaped Onigiri
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather Japanese rice, dried bonito flakes, and tsukudani.
- Mix Soy Sauce and Bonito Flakes: Combine soy sauce and bonito flakes with the rice.
- Shape the Rice Balls: Knead the rice mixture into a ball and shape it.
- Create Ears: Knead out two small pieces to create the ears and assemble them.
- Decorate the Face: Use dried seaweed and black beans for the mouth and nose. Sprinkle bonito flakes for the fur. Use dark seaweed sauce for the eyes.
Not only Poodles, but other dog breeds can also be made using this simple method, perfect for beginners. Simple ingredients can transform into super cute dogs! Other pet owners have also created onigiri that look just like their Poodles, and they are incredibly adorable. However, it seems like the Poodle in the background is eager to gobble up the rice ball at any moment!
犬のおにぎり作った pic.twitter.com/jjhXamJbTW
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