Description
These Viral Easy Salmon Sushi Bake Cups are a fun and delicious twist on traditional sushi, perfect for parties or snacks. Featuring seasoned sushi rice and a flavorful baked salmon topping, all nestled in crispy nori cups and garnished with fresh cucumber, avocado, and green onions, these sushi bake cups are quick to prepare and irresistible.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice Base
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Salmon Topping
- 1 cup cooked salmon, flaked (baked, canned, or leftover)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
Assembly and Garnish
- 6 sheets roasted seaweed (nori), cut into quarters
- 1 small cucumber, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Extra sriracha or spicy mayo for drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the sushi cups.
- Season Rice: In a small bowl, combine warm cooked sushi rice with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Stir well until the rice is evenly seasoned and glossy.
- Prepare Salmon Mixture: In another bowl, mix together the flaked cooked salmon, mayonnaise, sriracha, and soy sauce until well combined, creating a creamy, spicy topping.
- Form Nori Cups: Cut each sheet of nori into quarters. Lightly grease a muffin tin and gently press one square of nori into each cup, forming a small cup shape.
- Fill Rice Base: Spoon a portion of the seasoned sushi rice into each nori cup, pressing it down gently to create a compact base.
- Add Salmon Topping: Top the rice layer with a spoonful of the prepared salmon mixture, spreading it evenly.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges of the nori cups become crisp and slightly browned.
- Cool and Garnish: Remove the sushi bake cups from the oven and let them cool slightly. Then, top each cup with diced cucumber, avocado, sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of extra sriracha or spicy mayo.
- Serve: Serve the sushi bake cups warm for the best flavor and texture. Enjoy as a fun appetizer or snack!
Notes
- You can substitute salmon with cooked crab, imitation crab, or tuna for variety.
- For enhanced flavor, sprinkle furikake seasoning over the rice before baking.
- These sushi bake cups are best served fresh but can be reheated gently in the oven.
- Make sure to press the rice firmly to hold the shape during baking.
