Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake Recipe
This Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake is a flavorful, easy-to-make casserole inspired by sushi flavors but with a baked twist. It layers seasoned sushi rice with a spicy salmon mayonnaise mixture, baked to perfection and garnished with nori strips, green onions, and optional tobiko for a delicious and comforting dish that’s perfect for sharing.
- Author: Mia
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
For the Sushi Rice
- 2 cups sushi rice (uncooked)
- 2.5 cups water
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the 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 bake.
- Cook Sushi Rice: Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice with 2.5 cups of water in a rice cooker or pot and cook according to package instructions until tender.
- Season Rice: In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it gently with a fork and fold in the vinegar mixture evenly.
- Assemble Rice Layer: Spread the seasoned rice evenly at the bottom of a baking dish and allow it to cool slightly to prevent sogginess.
- Prepare Salmon Mixture: In another bowl, combine the diced salmon, mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, sesame oil, and chopped green onions. Mix well to ensure the salmon is fully coated and adjust spiciness to your preference.
- Layer the Salmon: Spread the spicy salmon mixture evenly over the layer of rice in the baking dish.
- Bake: Place the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the top is slightly golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with additional green onions, nori strips, and tobiko if desired. Serve warm, scooping portions with a spoon.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality salmon for best flavor and texture.
- Adjust the amount of Sriracha depending on your spice tolerance.
- To make it gluten-free, ensure the mayonnaise and Sriracha sauce are certified gluten-free.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated gently in the oven.
- Optional tobiko adds a nice texture and authentic sushi flavor but can be omitted if unavailable.
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