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Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake Recipe

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This Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake is a delicious and comforting Japanese-inspired casserole that combines tender sushi rice with a creamy, spicy salmon topping. Baked to perfection, it offers the flavors of traditional sushi in a warm, easy-to-serve format, perfect for casual gatherings or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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Rice Base

  • 2 cups sushi rice (uncooked)
  • 2.5 cups water
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt

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, to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the sushi bake.
  2. Cook 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 until tender according to package instructions.
  3. Prepare Vinegar Mixture: In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and gently fold in the vinegar mixture to season the rice evenly.
  4. Assemble Rice Layer: Spread the seasoned sushi rice evenly in the bottom of a baking dish and let it cool slightly to ensure the layers don’t mix.
  5. Mix Salmon Topping: In a separate bowl, combine the diced salmon, mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, sesame oil, and chopped green onions. Adjust the spiciness by adding more or less Sriracha as desired.
  6. Layer Salmon on Rice: Evenly spread the salmon mixture over the rice layer in the baking dish, ensuring consistent coverage.
  7. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the top turns slightly golden.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes. Garnish with extra green onions, nori strips, and tobiko if using. Serve warm, scooping portions with a spoon.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh, high-quality salmon to ensure safety and flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of Sriracha to suit your preferred spice level.
  • Serving with soy sauce or wasabi on the side can enhance flavors.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
  • To make this dish gluten-free, ensure that the mayonnaise and Sriracha sauce used are gluten-free certified.

Keywords: Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake, Sushi Casserole, Japanese Baked Sushi, Spicy Salmon Recipe, Sushi Rice Bake

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