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Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake

A delicious and easy-to-make sushi bake that combines the flavors of spicy salmon and creamy avocado, baked to perfection.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, main
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Sushi Rice
  • 2 cups sushi rice rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups water for cooking rice
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar for seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon sugar for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt for seasoning
Salmon Mixture
  • 1 pound fresh salmon skinless, diced
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise preferably Japanese mayo
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil for flavor
  • 1 green onion sliced for garnish
Toppings
  • 1 avocado sliced for topping
  • 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs for crunch
  • 1 tablespoon butter melted, for panko
  • 1 tablespoon nori sheets, cut into strips for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Sushi Rice
  1. In a rice cooker, combine sushi rice and water. Cook according to rice cooker instructions.
  2. Once cooked, transfer rice to a mixing bowl. Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small bowl until dissolved, then fold into the rice. Allow to cool slightly.
Make the Salmon Mixture
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine diced salmon, mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Assemble the Bake
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a baking dish, spread the sushi rice evenly across the bottom.
  2. Layer the salmon mixture on top of the sushi rice, spreading it evenly.
  3. In a small bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter. Sprinkle the panko mixture over the salmon layer.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden brown.
Serve
  1. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Top with sliced avocado and garnish with nori strips and green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve with pickled ginger and wasabi on the side for an authentic sushi experience.

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