Onigirazu with Tofu

Rinse the rice thoroughly in several changes of water until the water runs clear. Place it in cold water, bring to a boil, and simmer for about 10 minutes.

After boiling, remove the rice from the heat, cover it with a lid, and let it rest. Meanwhile, prepare the rice mixture from rice vinegar, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Gently mix this sauce with the cooked rice and let it cool completely.

Place a sheet of nori seaweed on a piece of plastic wrap, shiny side down. In the center of the sheet, place a portion of rice, then add the remaining ingredients: cucumber slices, marinated tofu, and pickled red cabbage. Add a sauce made from soy mayonnaise, sriracha, and a few drops of sesame oil. Cover everything with another layer of rice. You can adapt the filling to your preferences, using other ingredients such as fish or meat.