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Salmon Sushi Bake with Avocado and Crispy Topping Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Sushi Bake with Salmon is a delicious twist on traditional sushi, combining savory baked salmon with creamy, spicy sauce layered over seasoned sushi rice. Baked until bubbly and topped with fresh avocado, cucumber, green onions, sesame seeds, and nori seaweed, this comforting dish is perfect for sharing and brings all the flavors of sushi into an easy-to-make casserole.

Ingredients

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Salmon and Seasoning

  • 2 medium salmon filets (about 6 ounces each)
  • 1 Tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Sauce

  • 1/4 cup cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/4 cup furikake seasoning
  • 1/4 cup light mayo
  • 2 Tablespoons sriracha

Rice

  • 3 cups cooked sushi rice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 Tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar

Toppings

  • 1 medium avocado (sliced)
  • 1/2 medium cucumber (diced)
  • 2 medium green onions (diced)
  • Nori seaweed (to taste)
  • Sesame seeds (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F to prepare for baking the salmon.
  2. Add Salmon To Pan: Place the salmon filets on a baking sheet or pan, skin-side down, ready for seasoning.
  3. Add Seasoning: Drizzle the salmon with tamari or soy sauce, then sprinkle salt, pepper, and garlic powder on top for flavor.
  4. Bake Salmon: Bake the salmon for about 18 minutes or until it flakes easily with a fork, indicating it’s cooked through.
  5. Mix Sauce Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, light mayo, furikake seasoning, and sriracha until smooth and creamy.
  6. Mix Salmon Into Sauce: Cut the baked salmon into large chunks, discard the skin, and gently fold the salmon into the sauce mixture.
  7. Season Cooked Rice: In a separate bowl, mix the cooked sushi rice with rice vinegar, salt, and sugar to season and add tanginess.
  8. Press Into Baking Dish: Transfer the seasoned rice to a 9-inch baking dish and press it down evenly to form a solid base layer.
  9. Press Salmon On Top: Spoon the salmon and sauce mixture over the rice and press gently to spread it evenly across the top.
  10. Bake, Then Broil: Bake the assembled dish for 12 minutes to heat through, then switch to broil for 2-3 minutes until the top becomes crispy and slightly browned.
  11. Add Toppings: Remove from oven and garnish the sushi bake with sliced avocado, diced cucumber, chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and nori seaweed for extra texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use day-old or cooled sushi rice for best texture and easier pressing into the baking dish.
  • If you prefer less spice, reduce or omit the sriracha in the sauce.
  • Make sure the salmon is fully cooked and flaky before mixing into the sauce to avoid undercooked fish.
  • Broiling adds a delicious crisp top but watch carefully to avoid burning.
  • This dish can be served with soy sauce or extra furikake for added taste.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Japanese-inspired

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