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Easy Baked Salmon Sushi Cups

Delicious Easy Baked Salmon Sushi Cups You'll Love!

Enjoy these vibrant Easy Baked Salmon Sushi Cups as a fun, deconstructed twist on traditional sushi that’s perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 215

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Mixture
  • 1 pound salmon Fresh, cubed, sushi-grade
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce Can be substituted with tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Kewpie mayo Substitute with regular or vegan mayo if desired
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha Adjust based on spice tolerance
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil Optional but recommended
For the Sushi Rice
  • 1 cup sushi rice Short-grain white rice preferred
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar Can be omitted for simpler flavor
  • 1 teaspoon sugar For seasoning sushi rice
For Assembly
  • 4 sheets nori Large enough to fit in muffin tins
  • 1 tablespoon furikake Optional for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons green onion Sliced, for garnish
  • 1 can cooking spray For greasing muffin tin

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Rice Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook sushi rice according to package instructions, rinsing until clear, then cooking for about 20 minutes. Mix in rice vinegar and sugar, allowing it to cool.
  2. In a bowl, combine cubed sushi-grade salmon with light soy sauce, Kewpie mayo, sriracha, and sesame oil. Fold gently until coated.
  3. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) for even cooking and to crisp the nori.
  4. Grease a muffin tin with cooking spray. Cut nori sheets into squares and line each muffin cup. Add sushi rice and press down, then top with salmon mixture.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes until salmon is cooked through and nori is crispy.
  6. Remove from oven, cool slightly, and garnish with sriracha, Kewpie mayo, furikake, and green onions. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These Easy Baked Salmon Sushi Cups are not just a meal; they’re a flavorful experience perfect for gatherings.

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