Description
Baked Salmon Sushi Cups are a creative twist on traditional sushi, featuring crispy cups made from seasoned rice, filled with flavorful baked salmon, and topped with creamy avocado and a drizzle of spicy mayo.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 lb salmon fillet, skin removed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onions
- 1 sheet nori, sliced into thin strips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin and set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix the cooked rice with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Stir until the rice is well seasoned.
- Press the seasoned rice into each muffin cup, packing it tightly to form small rice cups. Bake in the oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the rice is crispy and golden.
- Meanwhile, season the salmon fillet with olive oil, soy sauce, sesame oil, and lemon juice. Bake in the oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and easily flakes with a fork.
- Once the salmon is done, remove it from the oven and break it into small pieces.
- In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise and sriracha sauce to make the spicy mayo.
- To assemble, spoon a few pieces of baked salmon onto each rice cup. Top with avocado slices, a drizzle of spicy mayo, sesame seeds, and chopped green onions. Garnish with nori strips if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute the salmon with tuna or shrimp for variety.
- If you prefer a milder version, reduce the amount of sriracha in the spicy mayo.
- These cups are best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for a few hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sushi cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Baked Salmon Sushi Cups, Sushi Cups, Salmon Appetizer, Sushi Inspired Dish