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Salmon Sushi Bake Recipe

This Salmon Sushi Bake Recipe is a warm, creamy sushi-style casserole made with seasoned sushi rice and a flavorful salmon topping. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing alternative to traditional sushi rolls and perfect for sharing at gatherings or family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Sushi Rice Layer
  • 2 cups sushi rice
  • 2½ cups water
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Salmon Layer
  • 12 oz salmon fresh, cooked, or canned, flaked
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Toppings & Serving
  • Furikake seasoning
  • Green onions sliced
  • Sesame seeds
  • Optional cream cheese
  • Nori sheets for serving

Method
 

  1. Rinse sushi rice until water runs clear. Cook rice with water according to package instructions.
  2. While rice is warm, gently fold in rice vinegar, sugar, and salt.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
  4. Spread sushi rice evenly into the dish and sprinkle with furikake seasoning.
  5. In a bowl, mix flaked salmon, mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, and sesame oil until combined.
  6. Spread salmon mixture evenly over the rice layer.
  7. Add optional cream cheese or extra seasoning on top if desired.
  8. Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes until heated through and lightly golden.
  9. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Use smoked salmon for a richer flavor or crab for a salmon-and-crab variation.
For a spicy salmon sushi bake, add extra sriracha or chili crisp.
Make it lighter by using reduced-fat mayo or Greek yogurt for a healthy sushi bake.
Scoop onto nori sheets and add cucumber or avocado for serving.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.