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Panda Quest / Panda Rice Balls

Panda Rice Balls

Children shape cooked rice into balls and decorate them with nori to make panda faces. A tasty, creative snack.

How to run it

  1. Wash hands and wet them slightly to stop rice sticking.
  2. Shape a scoop of cooled sushi rice into a ball.
  3. Cut nori into ears, eyes and nose with child-safe scissors.
  4. Press nori pieces on and enjoy.

You will need

  • cooked sushi rice
  • nori sheets
  • child-safe scissors (food only)
  • plates
  • cling wrap
Make it easier or harderUse cling wrap to shape for younger children; older children can design other animals.
SafetyKeep cooked rice refrigerated until use and serve promptly; check sesame and seafood allergies if adding fillings.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3Children prepare healthy food and practise hygiene.

Fits these theme days

Panda QuestJapan DayCooking DayLunar New Year

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