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A delicious spicy salmon sushi bake in a casserole dish

Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake with Kewpie Kick

This delicious and easy-to-make sushi bake features perfectly seasoned sushi rice, a spicy salmon mixture, and a crispy furikake topping. It's a fun and interactive dish perfect for sharing.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Sushi Rice:
  • 2 cups short-grain sushi rice
  • 2 ½ cups water
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
For the Spicy Salmon:
  • 1 ½ lbs salmon fillet skin removed, finely diced
  • ½ cup mayonnaise kewpie mayo preferred
  • ¼ cup Sriracha adjust to your spice preference
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced
For the Topping & Serving:
  • 2 tablespoons furikake Japanese rice seasoning
  • Sesame seeds white or black, for garnish
  • Nori squares or sheets for wrapping
  • Fresh avocado diced (optional)
  • Extra Sriracha or spicy mayo for drizzling
  • Cucumber thinly sliced (optional)

Equipment

  • medium pot
  • small bowl
  • large, wide bowl
  • rice paddle or wooden spoon
  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Method
 

Prepare the Sushi Rice
  1. Rinse the sushi rice thoroughly until the water runs clear. Combine the rinsed rice and water in a medium pot, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for another 10 minutes.
Season the Rice
  1. While the rice cooks, whisk rice vinegar, sugar, and salt together until dissolved. Transfer the steamed rice to a large bowl, pour the vinegar mixture over it, and gently fold. Let the rice cool slightly.
Make the Spicy Salmon
  1. In a separate bowl, combine diced salmon, mayonnaise, Sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sliced green onions. Mix gently until the salmon is evenly coated.
Assemble the Bake
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Press the seasoned sushi rice evenly into the bottom of the dish as the base. Spread the spicy salmon mixture over the rice layer, distributing it evenly. Sprinkle furikake generously over the salmon, followed by sesame seeds. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and salmon is cooked through and slightly caramelized. Remove from oven and cool for a few minutes before garnishing with extra green onions, spicy mayo, nori squares, diced avocado, and cucumber slices for serving.

Notes

For an extra kick, you can add a pinch of chili flakes to the salmon mixture. Adjust the amount of Sriracha to your preferred spice level. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture, ensuring crispy nori wrappers are available at the table for guests to assemble their own bites. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, though the texture of the rice may change slightly.