For a twist on the traditional Tako Nigiri, try adding sesame seeds for an extra crunch and nutty flavor. Here's what you'll need: - Fresh octopus tentacles - Sushi rice - Rice vinegar - Sugar - Salt - Nori seaweed - Sesame seeds Start by cooking the octopus tentacles until they are tender. Slice the cooked octopus into thin pieces. Prepare the sushi rice and season it with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Allow the rice to cool slightly. To add sesame seeds to the Tako Nigiri, toast them in a dry pan until they turn golden brown. Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the sushi rice before shaping it into a rectangular or oval shape. Place a slice of octopus on top of the rice and wrap a strip of nori seaweed around the base to hold it together. Serve the Tako Nigiri with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger. The addition of sesame seeds will give the dish a delightful crunch and a nutty flavor that complements the tender octopus and sushi rice.
