Description
Culinary magic unfolds with this salmon sushi bake, blending Japanese and California cuisine into a creamy, irresistible casserole. Layers of seasoned salmon, sushi rice, and nori create a delightful fusion you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Fish Ingredients:
- 1 lb salmon fillet
- 2 cups sushi rice
Creamy Sauce and Seasoning:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- 2 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
Toppings and Garnish:
- 1/2 cup furikake seasoning
- 2 sheets nori seaweed
- 2 green onions
- 1 avocado
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and prepare a baking dish with non-stick spray.
- Cook sushi rice according to package instructions, ensuring a sticky and slightly vinegared texture.
- Gently pat salmon fillet dry and season with salt and pepper, then dice into small, uniform pieces.
- Mix mayonnaise, cream cheese, sriracha, soy sauce, and rice vinegar in a bowl until smooth and well-combined.
- Fold diced salmon into the creamy sauce, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated.
- Spread prepared sushi rice evenly across the bottom of the baking dish, creating a compact base layer.
- Carefully spread the salmon and sauce mixture over the rice, creating an even layer.
- Sprinkle furikake seasoning generously across the top of the salmon layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until salmon is cooked through and edges are slightly golden.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 3-5 minutes.
- Garnish with crumbled nori, sliced green onions, and diced avocado.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the top for added texture and nutty flavor.
- Serve warm, cutting into squares and enjoying immediately.
Notes
- Choose high-quality, fresh salmon for the best flavor and texture in your sushi bake.
- Opt for short-grain sushi rice to achieve the perfect sticky consistency that holds together well.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting sriracha quantity to suit personal spice preferences.
- Consider using gluten-free soy sauce for those with dietary restrictions, ensuring everyone can enjoy this delicious dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 65 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg