Savory Salmon Sushi Bake Cups You’ll Love Making at Home

A delightful and easy dish, these Salmon Sushi Bake Cups bring the sushi experience home with minimal fuss.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 12

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 32

Servings: 4 cups

Course: APPETIZERS

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sushi Base

2 cups Cooked Sushi Rice Can substitute with short-grain rice like jasmine or Arborio.
2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider or white wine vinegar can be used as alternatives.
1 tablespoon Mirin Can use equal parts white wine or sherry mixed with a pinch of sugar.
4 sheets Roasted Nori Seaweed Fresh lettuce leaves or thinly sliced cucumber can be used for a lighter version.

For the Filling

1 lb Salmon (skinless, cubed) Firm white fish like cod or marinated tofu can be used.
2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari for gluten-free or coconut aminos for a soy-free option.
3 tablespoons Kewpie Mayo Regular mayonnaise or homemade mayo can be substituted.
1 tablespoon Sriracha Can swap with preferred hot sauce or chili oil.

For Serving & Garnishing

1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Sprinkle on top for extra crunch.
1 medium Avocado Can be diced or sliced.
2 tablespoons Green Onions Finely chopped for garnishing.

Equipment

Muffin tin
mixing bowls
Oven

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) while you gather and prepare your ingredients.
In a mixing bowl, combine cubed salmon with soy sauce, Kewpie mayo, and sriracha. Let it sit.
In another bowl, mix your warm cooked sushi rice with rice vinegar and mirin.
Line muffin tins with roasted nori sheets, filling each with a layer of sushi rice. Spoon marinated salmon on top.
Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven. Bake for about 12 minutes.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Top each cup with sesame seeds, diced avocado, and chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to explore variations like adding cream cheese or different proteins to customize your Sushi Bake Cups.

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