– 1 cup sushi rice
– 1 ½ cups water
– 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
– 1 tablespoon sugar
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 8 oz cooked salmon, shredded (canned or fresh)
– ¼ cup mayonnaise
– 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce (adjust for spice level)
– 1 avocado, sliced
– 2 green onions, chopped
– 1 sheet nori (seaweed), cut into strips
– Sesame seeds, for garnish
Creating an Easy Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake is easy when you follow these straightforward steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Rinse the Rice: Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
3. Cook the Rice: Combine rice and water in a rice cooker and cook according to manufacturer’s instructions. Remove from heat and let stand for 10 minutes.
4. Season the Rice: In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Stir this mixture into the cooked rice gently to combine.
5. Prepare the Salmon: In another bowl, combine shredded salmon with mayonnaise and sriracha. Adjust the spiciness according to personal preference.
6. Layer the Bake: Spread the seasoned sushi rice evenly in the bottom of a baking dish.
7. Add Salmon Mixture: Spoon the spicy salmon mixture evenly over the rice, ensuring it covers the entire surface.
8. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is slightly golden and bubbly.
9. Cool: Allow the dish to cool for about 10 minutes before serving to set the layers.
10. Garnish and Serve: Top with sliced avocado, chopped green onions, and sesame seeds for garnish.
Follow these simple steps, and you’ll have created a fantastic Easy Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake that’s bursting with flavor!