Description
Salmon sushi bake brings together the best of Japanese and modern fusion cuisine in one delectable pan. Creamy, flavorful salmon gets layered over seasoned sushi rice and topped with crispy nori, creating a delicious twist on traditional sushi that makes your dinner table come alive with excitement.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Seafood:
- 2 salmon fillets (about 12 oz / 340g), cooked and flaked
- 1 cup Kewpie mayonnaise (or regular mayo)
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
Base and Rice:
- 2 cups cooked short-grain white rice (about 380g)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Toppings and Garnishes:
- 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons furikake (Japanese seasoning)
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- Roasted seaweed (nori) sheets or snack-size nori
- Extra Kewpie mayo
- Extra Sriracha
- Avocado slices
- Cucumber matchsticks
- Pickled ginger
- Extra green onions
Instructions
- Warm your oven to precisely 400°F (200°C). Coat an 8×8-inch baking dish with a light spray of cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- Mix 2 cups (380g) of cooked short-grain rice with 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sugar, and ½ teaspoon salt. Blend gently until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Cook 12 oz (340g) salmon fillets until just tender. Let them rest for 2-3 minutes, then break into small flakes using a fork.
- Combine flaked salmon with ¼ cup Kewpie mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon Sriracha, 2 teaspoons soy sauce, and 2 teaspoons sesame oil. Fold in 2 finely chopped green onions.
- Spread rice in a uniform layer across the baking dish. Dust the surface with 1 tablespoon furikake for an extra flavor boost.
- Layer the salmon mixture over the rice, ensuring even coverage. Sprinkle ½ cup mozzarella cheese across the top and dust with remaining furikake.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven. Bake for 12-15 minutes until cheese melts completely and edges turn golden.
- Switch oven to broil. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to create a crispy, caramelized cheese top.
- Remove from oven and drizzle with extra Kewpie mayo and Sriracha. Serve immediately with nori sheets and optional garnishes.
Notes
- Always cook rice ahead of time and let it cool to room temperature for the best texture and consistency.
- Flake salmon gently with a fork to create a tender, flavorful mixture that blends smoothly with other ingredients.
- Choose high-quality fresh salmon for the most delicious and rich flavor profile in your bake.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular soy sauce with tamari and ensure your furikake is gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-17 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 433 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg