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Spicy salmon sushi bake topped with green onions and spicy mayo

Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake

A comforting, slice-and-serve take on sushi, featuring seasoned rice and a creamy, spicy salmon topping.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion, Japanese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the sushi rice
  • 2 cups sushi rice (uncooked) Rinsed thoroughly
  • 2.5 cups water For cooking the sushi rice
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar For seasoning the rice
  • 2 tablespoons sugar To sweeten the rice
  • 1 teaspoon salt To flavor the rice
For the salmon topping
  • 1 lb fresh salmon fillet, skinless and diced Should be fresh and diced evenly
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Japanese Kewpie mayo preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce Adjust for spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 cup green onions, chopped Plus extra for garnish
Garnishes (optional)
  • 1 sheet nori, cut into small strips
  • to taste tobiko Optional garnish for texture

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  3. Combine the rinsed rice with 2.5 cups of water in a rice cooker or a heavy pot.
  4. Bring to a simmer and cook according to your cooker’s instructions or until tender.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until the sugar dissolves.
Mixing and Baking
  1. When the rice is done, fluff it with a rice paddle or fork and fold in the vinegar mixture gently.
  2. Spread the seasoned rice evenly into a 9x13 or similar baking dish.
  3. Let it cool for 5 to 10 minutes.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine the diced salmon, mayonnaise, Sriracha, sesame oil, and chopped green onions.
  5. Mix until evenly coated.
  6. Spread the salmon mixture over the top of the cooled rice.
  7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and lightly golden.
  8. Let rest for 3 to 5 minutes before garnishing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 22gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

To enjoy, serve with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and lime. For variations, consider adding cream cheese or making a crunchy topping with panko.

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