Ingredients
1 can chickpeas (mashed)
3 tbsp mayonnaise (vegan)
pinch of salt
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp white pepper
2 tbsp nutritional yeast
2 cups cooked rice
2 tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
Dried nori flakes for garnish
1 tsp sesame oil
Directions
Step 1
Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, mix mashed chickpeas, vegan mayonnaise, salt, soy sauce, rice vinegar, white pepper, and nutritional yeast. Stir well to combine.
Step 2
Prepare the Rice: In a separate bowl, mix cooked rice with Gochujang and sesame oil. Make sure the rice is evenly coated.
Step 3
Assemble the Rice Balls: Take a small amount of rice and shape it into a ball. Place a spoonful of the chickpea mixture in the center. Close the rice around the filling to form a ball.
Step 4
Add Nori Flakes: Roll the assembled rice balls in dried nori flakes to coat.
Step 5
Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately or store in the fridge for later use.
