Description
A delicious and easy-to-make Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake featuring perfectly cooked sushi rice topped with a creamy, spicy salmon mixture, baked until golden and bubbly. This comforting fusion dish blends the flavors of sushi with the convenience of a casserole, perfect for gatherings or a family dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Sushi Rice
- 2 cups sushi rice uncooked
- 2.5 cups water
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Spicy Salmon Topping
- 1 lb fresh salmon fillet, skinless and diced
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ cup green onions, chopped plus extra for garnish
- 1 sheet nori, cut into small strips
- Tobiko, optional for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) so it can reach the ideal temperature for baking the sushi later.
- Cook the Sushi Rice: Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rinsed rice and water in a rice cooker or pot and cook until the rice is tender and fully cooked.
- Prepare the Vinegar Mixture: In a small bowl, stir together the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until the sugar and salt are fully dissolved.
- Season the Rice: Once the rice is cooked, fluff it gently with a fork to separate grains. Fold in the vinegar mixture carefully, ensuring the rice is evenly seasoned but not mashed.
- Spread Rice in Baking Dish: Transfer the seasoned rice evenly into the bottom of a baking dish and allow it to cool slightly to help the topping adhere.
- Mix the Salmon Topping: In a separate bowl, mix together the diced salmon, mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, sesame oil, and chopped green onions until evenly combined. Adjust the amount of Sriracha to suit your desired spice level.
- Assemble the Bake: Spread the spicy salmon mixture evenly over the bed of rice in the baking dish, creating a smooth layer.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the topping has a slightly golden color.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the bake from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with additional chopped green onions, nori strips, and tobiko if using. Serve warm by scooping portions onto plates and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute the salmon with cooked crab meat or shrimp if preferred.
- For a milder version, reduce the amount of Sriracha sauce in the topping.
- This dish pairs well with soy sauce on the side for dipping.
