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Easy Sushi Bake Recipe for Beginners (with Salmon)

Sushi doesn’t have to be complicated to be delicious. This easy sushi bake recipe brings all the flavors of your favorite rolls into a creamy, oven-baked sushi casserole that’s perfect for weeknights or special occasions. Fluffy cooked rice, savory seafood, and a melty creamy topping combine for a crowd-pleasing, comforting twist on a classic.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon:
  • 2 salmon filets
  • 4 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Sushi Mixture:
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 spring onions diced
  • 2 cups rice washed
  • ¼ cup seaweed cut into small strips
For Topping & Serving:
  • Sriracha for drizzling
  • Spicy mayo for drizzling
  • Sesame seeds
  • Additional seaweed sheets for serving

Equipment

Method
 

Cook the Rice:
  1. Boil 2 cups of rice in 4 cups of salted water (or cook in a rice cooker) until fully done. Stir occasionally and add more water if needed. Set aside. (WATCH VIDEO BELOW)
Prepare the Salmon:
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Mix the olive oil with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
  3. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and place the salmon filets on it.
  4. Brush or rub the spice mixture onto the salmon.
  5. Bake for 15 minutes. Once done, let it cool slightly.
Make the Sushi Mixture:
  1. Flake the baked salmon into a large bowl.
  2. Add cream cheese, sriracha, mayonnaise, and diced spring onions.
  3. Mix well until creamy and evenly combined.
Assemble the Sushi Bake:
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a smaller baking dish (about 7.5" x 5.5"), layer the cooked rice and press down gently with a spatula.
  3. Sprinkle the cut seaweed over the rice.
  4. Spread the salmon mixture evenly on top.
Bake & Serve:
  1. Bake the layered dish for 15 minutes.
  2. Remove from the oven and drizzle with sriracha, spicy mayo, and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
  3. Serve scoops on seaweed sheets and enjoy! (WATCH VIDEO BELOW)

Notes

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