Description
Indulge in the viral sensation of Easy Salmon Sushi Bake Cups, a delightful Japanese-inspired appetizer that combines the flavors of sushi in convenient muffin-sized portions. These savory treats feature seasoned rice, creamy spicy salmon, and a medley of toppings, all baked to perfection for a satisfying bite.
Ingredients
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Seasoned Rice:
- 1 1/2 cups cooked sushi rice
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Spicy Salmon Mixture:
- 1 cup cooked salmon (flaked)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
Additional Ingredients:
- 6–8 sheets roasted seaweed snacks (cut into squares)
- 1 avocado (diced)
- 1/4 cup cucumber (diced)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Green onions (sliced, for garnish)
- Nonstick spray or oil for muffin tin
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Mix warm cooked sushi rice with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Let cool slightly.
- In another bowl, combine flaked salmon with mayonnaise, sriracha, and soy sauce.
- Grease a muffin tin, press seasoned rice into each cup as a base.
- Top with salmon mixture. Bake until golden.
- Let cool, then serve. Top with avocado, cucumber, sesame seeds, and green onions.
Notes
- Substitute canned salmon or imitation crab.
- Add tempura flakes or crispy onions for extra crunch.
- Best served fresh for crispy seaweed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
