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Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake

Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake: Your New Favorite Comfort Casserole

Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake is a comforting twist on sushi, merging vibrant flavors into a casserole that’s quick to prepare and delicious.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sushi Base
  • 2 cups Sushi Rice Rinse well for perfect texture.
  • 2.5 cups Water Essential for cooking the sushi rice.
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar Enhances flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Balances acidity.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Elevates taste.
For the Topping
  • 1 pound Fresh Salmon Fillet Rich in omega-3; can substitute with tuna or shrimp.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Opt for low-fat for a lighter dish.
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha Sauce Adjust for spice tolerance.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Imparts a nutty flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped for garnish.
  • 1 sheet Nori Optional for crisp texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Tobiko Optional for flavor and appeal.

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Rice cooker or pot

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and gather your ingredients and equipment.
  2. Rinse sushi rice thoroughly under cold water until it runs clear.
  3. Cook the rice with water according to package instructions, about 15-20 minutes.
  4. Whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved, and gently fold into cooked rice.
  5. Spread the rice evenly in the prepared baking dish, pressing down to compact.
  6. In a bowl, mix diced salmon, mayonnaise, sriracha, sesame oil, and green onions until combined.
  7. Spread the salmon mixture over the rice layer in the baking dish.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the topping is golden and bubbly.
  9. Allow to cool for 5 minutes, then garnish with green onions, nori, and tobiko.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pat the salmon dry before mixing, rinse rice until clear, monitor baking time, and adjust spice level as needed. Let rice rest for better texture.

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