Onigiri (Japanese Rice Balls)

1 . Stage

Combine 2 cups water, rice, and a pinch of salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and cover. Simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent rice from sticking, until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Fluff with a fork; cool rice until easily handled, about 10 minutes.

2 . Stage

Fill a small bowl with water. Place 2 tablespoons of salt in another small bowl.

3 . Stage

Dip hands in water and rub salt over hands. Take a handful of warm rice and form it into a ball; gently squish with your hands into an "L" or "C" shape, then apply gentle pressure to the sides to shape it into a triangle.

4 . Stage

Wrap a strip of nori around the triangle, using a bit of water to help it stick if necessary.