Description
This Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake combines the delicious flavors of sushi in a comforting, easy-to-make baked casserole. Perfect for satisfying your sushi cravings without the hassle of rolling!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–1.5 pounds fresh salmon fillets
- Short-grain sushi rice
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2–4 tablespoons sriracha
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- Thinly sliced green onions (scallions)
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Furikake (Japanese rice seasoning)
- Fresh avocado slices
- Crisp cucumber matchsticks
- Crispy fried onions or garlic (optional)
- Nori sheets
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place your salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, season lightly with salt and pepper, and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Once cooked, let it cool slightly, then flake the salmon into a large mixing bowl, discarding any skin.
- While the salmon bakes, cook your sushi rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, transfer the hot rice to a large, shallow bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and ½ teaspoon of salt until the sugar and salt are dissolved. Pour this seasoning over the hot rice and gently fold it in with a rice paddle or spoon, making sure not to mash the grains. Cover the rice with a damp cloth to keep it from drying out.
- To the flaked salmon in the mixing bowl, add ½ cup mayonnaise, 2-4 tablespoons sriracha (depending on your desired spice level), 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and ½ teaspoon toasted sesame oil. Mix everything together until the salmon is well coated and creamy. Have a taste and adjust the sriracha or soy sauce if needed.
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread the seasoned sushi rice evenly across the bottom of the dish, creating a firm but not overly compressed layer. Next, evenly spread the spicy salmon mixture over the rice layer.
- Place the baking dish into your preheated oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon mixture is heated through and the edges of the rice start to get slightly golden and crispy. If you want a little extra browning on top, you can broil it for the last 1-2 minutes, but watch it very carefully to prevent burning!
- Once the Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake comes out of the oven, immediately sprinkle it with toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onions. This is also the perfect time to add any other fresh toppings you love, such as slices of avocado or crisp cucumber.
- Cut the sushi bake into squares or scoop generous portions. Serve it warm with crispy nori sheets on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
Keywords: Don't overcook the rice to maintain its texture. Taste and adjust the spicy salmon mixture to your preference, and consider experimenting with different toppings for variety.