Description
This Easy Sushi Bake is a delicious and comforting twist on traditional sushi, perfect for those who crave the flavors of sushi without the rolling. Featuring layers of seasoned sushi rice topped with a creamy and spicy seafood mixture, then baked to perfection, this dish offers a warm, flavorful experience that’s easy to prepare and great for gatherings or meal prep.
Ingredients
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Sushi Rice
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Seafood Mixture
- 1 cup imitation crab meat or cooked shrimp, chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Additional
- 2 sheets roasted seaweed (nori), cut into small rectangles
- 1 tablespoon furikake seasoning (optional)
- Sliced green onions for garnish (optional)
- Avocado slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the sushi casserole.
- Prepare Rice Layer: In a bowl, combine the cooked sushi rice with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Mix thoroughly to evenly season the rice. Then press this mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8×8-inch baking dish, creating an even layer.
- Make Seafood Mixture: In a separate bowl, mix together the chopped imitation crab or shrimp with mayonnaise, sriracha, softened cream cheese, soy sauce, and sesame oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Assemble Bake: Spread the seafood mixture evenly over the rice layer in the baking dish. If using, sprinkle furikake seasoning evenly on top for added flavor.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the top is hot and slightly golden.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the sushi bake from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm alongside the roasted seaweed (nori) rectangles and garnish with sliced green onions and avocado if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute canned tuna or cooked salmon for the imitation crab meat if preferred.
- For extra spice, drizzle additional sriracha over the bake just before serving.
- This sushi bake is ideal for meal prepping and reheats well in the oven or microwave.
