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Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake

A fun, shareable twist on sushi that layers seasoned sushi rice with a creamy, spicy salmon topping, baked until warm and slightly golden.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion, Japanese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the sushi rice
  • 2 cups sushi rice (uncooked)
  • 2.5 cups water
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
For the salmon topping
  • 1 lb fresh salmon fillet (skinless and diced) Use sushi-grade salmon if possible.
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 cup green onions (chopped, plus extra for garnish)
  • 1 sheet nori (cut into small strips)
  • to taste tobiko (optional for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the sushi rice according to the package instructions, typically rinsing it under cold water, then combining it with water in a rice cooker or pot, and cooking until tender.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Stir until dissolved. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and gently fold in the vinegar mixture.
  4. Spread the rice evenly at the bottom of the baking dish and let it cool slightly.
Mixing
  1. In another bowl, mix the diced salmon, mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, sesame oil, and green onions until well combined. Adjust the spiciness to your preference.
Baking
  1. Spread the salmon mixture evenly over the rice in the baking dish.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the top is slightly golden.
  3. Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with additional green onions, nori strips, and tobiko if desired.

Notes

Let the rice cool slightly before spreading the salmon to prevent overcooking the topping. For extra crispness, broil the top for 1–2 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to avoid burning.