Sizzling Rice-Wrapped Hotdogs with Cheese and Seaweed

Elevate your breakfast game with these unique and delicious grilled rice hotdogs. A creative twist on traditional hotdogs, these treats ditch the flour and frying for a healthier, yet irresistibly tasty alternative. Wrapped in a savory rice blanket, infused with cheese, and finished with a hint of seaweed, each bite delivers a perfect blend of flavors and textures.

Ingredients:

• 4 Sausages
• 2 Bowls of Cooked Rice (enough to wrap around each sausage)
• Cheese (slices or shredded, as preferred)
• Dried Seaweed, finely chopped or shredded
• For the Sauce:
  • 1 TBSP Soy Sauce
  • 2/3 TBSP Mirin (Cooking Wine)
  • 2/3 TBSP Corn Syrup or Honey

Instructions:

1. Prep the Sausages: Start by gently scoring the sausages or poking them with a fork. This helps them cook evenly and absorb the flavors of the sauce.
2. Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, mirin, and corn syrup (or honey) to create your glazing sauce. Stir until well mixed.
3. Wrap the Sausages: Take about 1/2 bowl of cooked rice for each sausage. Flatten the rice on your palm or a piece of cling film, placing a slice or sprinkle of cheese in the center. Lay a sausage on top of the cheese, then carefully wrap the rice around the sausage, ensuring it’s fully covered. Repeat this process for each sausage.
4. Apply the Sauce: Brush the rice-wrapped sausages with the prepared sauce, ensuring they are evenly coated.
5. Grill the Hotdogs: Heat a grill pan over medium heat and place the rice-wrapped sausages on it. Grill each side until the rice is slightly crispy and golden brown, turning them occasionally for even cooking.
6. Add Seaweed: Just before removing the hotdogs from the grill, sprinkle them with dried seaweed for an extra layer of flavor and a touch of color.
7. Serve Hot: Enjoy your grilled rice hotdogs warm, with additional sauce on the side if desired.

These grilled rice hotdogs offer a delightful departure from the usual breakfast fare, combining the comfort of hotdogs with the wholesomeness of rice and the richness of cheese. Perfect for those mornings when you’re craving something different yet satisfying, this dish promises to start your day on a delicious note.