Salmon Sushi Bake (Rich, Creamy & Umami-Packed)

1. Description

This Salmon Sushi Bake is a deconstructed sushi casserole layered with seasoned rice, creamy salmon mixture, and baked until golden and slightly crispy on top. Finished with sauces and toppings, it delivers that restaurant-level sushi flavor nhưng làm cực dễ tại nhà 😏

2. Prep Time & Yield

• Prep time: 20 minutes
• Cook time: 20 minutes
• Total time: 40 minutes
• Servings: 3–4

3. Ingredients

Sushi Rice Layer

• 2 cups cooked sushi rice
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt

Salmon Layer

• 300 g fresh salmon (cubed or flaked)
• 3 tablespoons Japanese mayonnaise (Kewpie recommended)
• 1 tablespoon cream cheese (optional, extra creamy)
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional for heat)

Toppings

• 2 tablespoons tobiko or masago
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Sauce Drizzle

• 2 tablespoons eel sauce (unagi sauce)
• 2 tablespoons spicy mayo (mayo + sriracha mix)

Optional Add-ons

• Nori sheets (for serving)
• Pickled ginger
• Wasabi

4. Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Sushi Rice

1. Mix cooked rice with vinegar, sugar, and salt.
2. Spread evenly into a baking dish and press lightly.

Step 2: Make Salmon Mixture

1. In a bowl, combine salmon, mayo, cream cheese, soy sauce, and sriracha.
2. Mix until creamy but still slightly chunky.

Step 3: Assemble

1. Spread salmon mixture evenly over rice.
2. Smooth the surface with a spoon.

Step 4: Bake

1. Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 15–20 minutes
2. Optional: broil 2–3 minutes for a slightly crispy top

Step 5: Finish & Garnish

1. Drizzle eel sauce and spicy mayo
2. Add tobiko, green onions, and sesame seeds

5. How to Serve

• Scoop onto nori sheets → eat like mini hand rolls
• Or serve directly with a spoon

👉 Best eaten warm for maximum flavor

6. Pro Tips

• Use fresh, high-quality salmon (or sushi-grade if possible)
• Don’t overbake → keeps salmon moist
• Add a torch finish for that “aburi sushi” vibe 🔥

7. Variations

Spicy Version 🌶️

• Add more sriracha or chili oil

Crab Version

• Replace salmon with imitation crab (California roll style)

Low-Carb Version

• Replace rice with cauliflower rice