Description
A warm, comforting, and customizable deconstructed sushi roll baked in a casserole dish. It features seasoned sushi rice, cooked salmon, a creamy sauce, and various toppings like nori, avocado, and sesame seeds. It’s an easy and versatile dish suitable for weeknight dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
- Short-grain rice
- Rice vinegar
- Sugar
- Salt
- Fresh or canned salmon (pink variety preferred if canned)
- Japanese mayonnaise (Kewpie recommended)
- Sriracha
- Soy sauce (optional)
- Sesame oil (optional)
- Lemon juice (optional)
- Nori sheets
- Avocado
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions
- Masago (fish roe) – optional
- Eel sauce – optional
- Optional Veggies: Cucumber, carrots, bell peppers, edamame, mushrooms, spinach
- Optional for spicy version: Chili oil, gochugaru, wasabi, spicy mayo
- Optional for vegan version: Tofu or hearts of palm, vegan mayonnaise.
Instructions
- Prepare the rice: Rinse short-grain rice until water runs clear. Cook according to package directions (often 1:1 water ratio). Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan over low heat until dissolved. Gently fold the mixture into the hot rice. Let cool slightly.
- Assemble the bake: Spray a baking dish (9×13 inch) with cooking spray. Spread the seasoned rice evenly on the bottom. Layer cooked, flaked salmon on top of the rice. Drizzle creamy sauce over the salmon, ensuring even coating. Sprinkle with any desired veggies.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce is slightly golden and bubbly.
- Add Toppings: Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes. Add desired toppings like nori strips, avocado slices, sesame seeds, and green onions.
- Serve: Enjoy warm, with optional sides like soy sauce, pickled ginger, or miso soup.
- Prep Time: 20-30 mins
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired, Fusion
Keywords: Salmon sushi bake, sushi casserole, deconstructed sushi, easy dinner, potluck dish, Japanese-inspired, salmon recipe, make-ahead recipe, customizable, comfort food