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Spicy salmon sushi bake in baking dish with golden bubbly topping and green onion garnish

Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake

A delicious baked sushi casserole featuring tender salmon mixed with creamy sriracha mayo over fluffy sushi rice, topped with nori and green onions
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian Fusion, Japanese
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups sushi rice uncooked, short-grain preferred
  • 2.5 cups water
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar seasoned rice vinegar preferred
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 lb fresh salmon fillet skinless and diced into small cubes, patted completely dry
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Japanese mayo like Kewpie preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce adjust to taste, start with 1 tablespoon for milder flavor
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 cup green onions chopped, about 4-5 stalks, plus extra for garnish
  • 1 sheet nori cut into small strips
  • Tobiko or furikake optional for garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Rice cooker or pot
  • Fork or rice paddle
  • Spoon
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Rinse the sushi rice under cold running water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Cook according to package directions (usually 15-20 minutes), then let it rest covered for 10 minutes off the heat.
  2. While the rice cooks, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small bowl, stirring until completely dissolved. Set aside. Once rice is done, transfer it to a large bowl, drizzle the vinegar mixture over top, and gently fold it in using a cutting motion with your spoon or rice paddle.
  3. Spread the seasoned rice evenly across the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish, pressing it down gently with the back of a spoon. Let it cool for 5-10 minutes while you prepare the salmon topping.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the diced salmon, mayonnaise, Sriracha, sesame oil, and green onions. Mix until everything is well coated. Taste and adjust the spice level if needed. The mixture should be creamy but not soupy.
  5. Spread the salmon mixture evenly over the rice layer. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and edges start to turn golden. The salmon should be opaque and flake easily when tested with a fork, with an internal temperature of 145°F. For extra color and crispiness, you can switch to broil for the last 2-3 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  6. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with additional green onions, nori strips, and tobiko or furikake if using. Serve warm by scooping portions into bowls.

Notes

Can substitute salmon with cooked crab or shrimp. Reduce Sriracha for milder flavor. Serve with soy sauce on the side. Store fully assembled and baked dish in airtight container for up to 3 days. For meal prep, store rice and salmon mixture separately for up to 2 days, then assemble and bake when ready to serve.