Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake Recipe
This Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake is a deliciously creamy and flavorful twist on traditional sushi, featuring layers of seasoned sushi rice topped with a spicy salmon mixture baked to perfection. Perfect for sharing, this easy-to-make dish combines the best of Japanese-inspired flavors with the convenience of a casserole-style bake.
- Author: Ava
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired
Rice Base
- 2 cups sushi rice (uncooked)
- 2.5 cups water
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Spicy Salmon Topping
- 1 lb fresh salmon fillet (skinless and diced)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 cup green onions (chopped, plus extra for garnish)
Garnishes
- 1 sheet nori (cut into small strips)
- tobiko (optional, for garnish)
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the sushi casserole.
- Cook Rice: Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until water runs clear. Cook the rice with 2.5 cups water in a rice cooker or pot until tender.
- Season Rice: In a mixing bowl, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt, stirring until dissolved. Fold this mixture gently into the cooked rice, fluffing carefully to maintain texture.
- Prepare Rice Base: Spread the seasoned rice evenly at the bottom of a baking dish and allow it to cool slightly to prevent mixing with the salmon layer during baking.
- Mix Salmon Topping: In a separate bowl, combine diced salmon, mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, sesame oil, and chopped green onions. Mix well and adjust spiciness according to preference.
- Assemble Bake: Evenly spread the spicy salmon mixture over the cooled rice layer in the baking dish.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the salmon is fully cooked and the top turns slightly golden brown.
- Garnish: Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with extra green onions, nori strips, and tobiko if desired.
- Serve: Serve warm by scooping portions with a spoon and enjoy the creamy, spicy sushi bake.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality salmon for the best taste and texture.
- Adjust the amount of Sriracha to your preferred spice level.
- For a gluten-free option, ensure mayonnaise and Sriracha are gluten-free.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently in the oven.
- Optional tobiko adds a nice texture and burst of flavor but can be omitted.
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