Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake
A fun and flavorful deconstructed Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake that brings the joy of sushi without the hassle.
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Servings: 8
Calories: 355kcal
Cost: $15
Ingredients
- 1 cup sushi rice Short-grain rice preferred for stickiness
- ¼ cup rice wine vinegar Adds tangy flavor to rice
- 2 teaspoons sugar Balances the vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt Enhances the flavor
For the Salmon Mixture:
- ½ cup furikake seasoning Japanese seasoning blend with seaweed and sesame seeds
- 9 oz salmon fillets Fresh or frozen two portions
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option
- ¼ cup cream cheese Softened for easy mixing
- ¼ cup mayonnaise Kewpie for authenticity or regular mayo
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce Adjust to taste for spice level
For the Toppings:
- 1 avocado Sliced or cubed
- ½ cucumber Sliced or cubed
- 2 green onions Sliced
- Nori seaweed sheets For serving
- Extra kewpie mayonnaise For drizzling
- Unagi sauce For drizzling
Instructions
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold water using a fine mesh sieve until the water runs clear.
- Cook the rinsed rice following package instructions, typically around 20 minutes.
- Once the rice is cooked, mix in the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt using a rice paddle or spatula.
- For the salmon mixture, rub the salmon fillets with soy sauce.
- Cook the fillets in an air fryer at 400°F for 10 minutes or bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for 15-20 minutes. (Cook while rice is finishing.)
- Break the cooked salmon into small pieces with a fork.
- In a large bowl, combine the salmon, cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sriracha sauce, mixing well.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper or spray with cooking spray.
- Evenly press the sushi rice into the prepared baking pan, then sprinkle with furikake seasoning.
- Spread the salmon mixture evenly over the rice.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until the dish is heated through and slightly bubbling.
- Top with extra mayonnaise, green onion slices, avocado, and cucumber.
- Serve with squares of nori seaweed sheets for wrapping.
Notes
This recipe offers all the flavors of sushi without the fuss. It’s a crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners. Serve with extra nori for an authentic touch.
Nutrition
Serving: 250g | Calories: 355kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 1150mg | Potassium: 475mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 285IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 2.2mg