Description
A delicious baked salmon sushi casserole that blends traditional sushi flavors into a comforting dish. Perfect for gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups short grain sushi rice
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 pound cooked salmon, flaked
- 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
- ½ cup Japanese mayo (or regular mayo)
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (optional, for heat)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 green onions, finely sliced
- Roasted seaweed snacks (nori sheets), for serving
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook and Season the Rice – Start by rinsing your sushi rice under cold water until the water runs mostly clear—this helps it cook up fluffy, not gummy. Cook the rice according to the package instructions, then mix in the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt while it’s still warm. This brings out that signature sushi rice tang.
- Prep the Salmon – If you’re using fresh salmon, bake or pan-fry it until cooked through, then flake it into bite-sized pieces. You can also use leftover salmon to save time. Toss the salmon in teriyaki sauce until well coated.
- Build the Base Layer – In a greased 8×8-inch baking dish, spread the seasoned sushi rice evenly along the bottom. Use the back of a spoon or your fingers (dampened slightly) to press it down gently.
- Mix the Creamy Salmon Layer – In a bowl, combine your teriyaki-coated salmon with the mayo and optional sriracha. Spoon this mixture evenly over the rice layer. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese across the top—this gives a lightly golden, bubbly finish when baked.
- Bake – Bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 15–20 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is lightly golden and melted.
- Garnish and Serve – Once out of the oven, top with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve with nori sheets on the side so everyone can scoop and wrap their own mini sushi bites.
Notes
- This casserole can easily be customized with different sauces or toppings based on your preference.
- Ensure to use short grain sushi rice for the best texture.
- Optional ingredients can be adjusted to taste, such as adding more sriracha for additional heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg