Description
Easy Baked Salmon Sushi Cups are a fun and flavorful twist on traditional sushi, perfect for entertaining or a cozy family dinner. This viral recipe features tender salmon and fluffy sushi rice nestled in crispy nori cups, all enhanced by a delicious combination of sriracha and creamy Kewpie mayo. Not only do these sushi cups look stunning on any table, but they also come together in just 30 minutes, making them an ideal choice for weeknight meals or special occasions. With endless customization options, you can easily adapt the flavors to suit your preferences. Enjoy these delightful bites that will leave everyone craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb salmon, cubed
- 1 ½ cups uncooked sushi rice
- 3 large nori sheets
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Kewpie mayo
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Cook the sushi rice according to package instructions. In a microwave-safe bowl, mix rice vinegar and sugar; heat until sugar dissolves. Pour over cooked rice and mix well.
- Preheat the oven to 400℉.
- In a mixing bowl, combine salmon, soy sauce, Kewpie mayo, sriracha, and sesame oil; mix well.
- Cut nori sheets into squares fitting muffin tins and lightly grease the tin.
- Press cooked sushi rice into each nori square in the muffin tin, then top with the salmon mixture.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and slightly golden brown.
- Allow to cool briefly before garnishing with furikake and chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cups (150g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg