Japanese Onigiri Bun is a creative homemade snack inspired by the classic Japanese onigiri shape. Instead of using rice as the outer layer, this recipe uses soft and fluffy bread dough to wrap a delicious filling inside.
The result is a wonderful combination of bakery-style bread and Japanese-inspired flavors.
The outside is light, tender, and slightly sweet, while the inside contains a creamy mixture of crab sticks, soybeans, corn, and a smooth sauce. The small seaweed decoration on top adds a special touch and makes the bread look like a cute triangle-shaped onigiri.
This recipe is perfect for breakfast, lunch boxes, afternoon snacks, or family gatherings. By following each step carefully, we can create beautiful homemade Onigiri Buns with a soft texture and rich flavor.
Ingredients We Need
To make about 25 Japanese Onigiri Buns, we prepare the following ingredients.
For the Bread Dough:
- Bread flour: 390 grams
- Cake flour: 95 grams
- Yeast: 9 grams
- Salt: 10 grams
- Sugar: 82 grams
- Condensed milk: 125 grams
- Water: 90 milliliters
- Eggs: 3
- Butter-flavored margarine: 80 grams
For the Filling:
- Sweet mayonnaise: 245 grams
- Japanese soy sauce: 30 grams
- Crab sticks: 240 grams
- Cooked soybeans: 250 grams
- Canned corn: 115 grams
For Decoration:
- Seaweed sheets: 25 small pieces
Step 1: Prepare the Bread Dough
First, we prepare the soft bread base.
- Add 390 grams of bread flour, 95 grams of cake flour, 9 grams of yeast, 10 grams of salt, and 82 grams of sugar into a large mixing bowl.
- Add 125 grams of condensed milk, 90 milliliters of water, and 3 eggs.
- Mix all ingredients together until a rough dough forms.
- Continue kneading until the dough becomes smoother and more flexible.
- Add 80 grams of butter-flavored margarine and keep mixing.
- Knead the dough until the surface becomes smooth, soft, and slightly elastic. When we gently stretch the dough, it should have a good amount of flexibility.
- Place the dough into a lightly greased bowl.
- Cover the bowl and let the dough rest for 30 to 40 minutes until it becomes larger and softer.
Step 2: Make the Creamy Filling
While the dough is resting, we can prepare the flavorful filling.
- Place 245 grams of sweet mayonnaise into a mixing bowl.
- Add 30 grams of Japanese soy sauce and stir until the sauce is evenly combined.
- Cut 240 grams of crab sticks into small pieces.
- Prepare 250 grams of cooked soybeans and 115 grams of canned corn.
- Add the crab pieces, soybeans, and corn into the sauce mixture.
- Mix gently until all ingredients are covered with the creamy sauce.
The filling should have a smooth texture with colorful ingredients evenly distributed. This helps every Onigiri Bun have a balanced flavor.
Step 3: Divide and Shape the Dough
After the dough finishes resting, we begin forming the buns.
- Press the dough gently to release the extra air inside.
- Divide the dough into 25 equal portions, with each piece weighing about 40 grams.
- Roll each portion into a small round shape.
- Flatten each dough piece into an oval shape with a thickness of about 0.5 centimeters.
- Place an appropriate amount of filling in the center.
- Carefully fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges.
- Shape each piece into a triangle shape, creating the classic Onigiri-inspired appearance.
- Place the prepared buns on a baking tray, leaving enough space between each piece.
Step 4: Second Resting Time
After shaping, the dough needs another resting period.
- Cover the shaped buns lightly.
- Let them rest for 30 to 35 minutes.
- During this time, the dough will become softer and slightly larger.
This step is important because it helps create a lighter and fluffier bread texture after baking.
Step 5: Add Decoration and Bake
Now we are ready for the final baking process.
- Cut seaweed sheets into small pieces.
- Place one piece of seaweed on top of each triangle-shaped bun.
- Preheat the oven to 190°C.
- Place the baking tray into the oven.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the surface becomes lightly golden.
- Remove the buns from the oven and allow them to cool for several minutes before serving.
The finished Onigiri Bun should have a soft bread texture, a creamy filling, and a beautiful triangle shape.
Helpful Cooking Tips
To make better Onigiri Buns, we can pay attention to a few small details.
- Make sure the dough is fully kneaded before resting. A smooth dough creates softer bread.
- Do not add too much filling, because the dough may become difficult to seal.
- Cut the filling ingredients into small pieces so every bite has a balanced taste.
- Allow enough resting time before baking to achieve a fluffy texture.
- The buns taste wonderful when freshly baked, but they can also be enjoyed after cooling.
Enjoy Our Homemade Creation
Japanese Onigiri Bun is a fun recipe that brings together the comfort of homemade bread and the creative style of Japanese-inspired food. From preparing the dough to shaping each triangle bun, every step gives us the chance to enjoy cooking.
Lykkers, have you ever tried making a creative bread snack at home? Would you choose a creamy filling like this one, or create your own special version? Share your ideas with us and let’s discover more delicious homemade recipes together!
