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Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake Better Than Takeout


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  • Author: Michelle Davis
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

A warm, creamy, and flavorful baked dish inspired by classic sushi rolls, perfect for sharing and easy home cooking.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups short-grain sushi rice

  • 2 ½ cups water

  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar

  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 ½ pounds fresh salmon fillet, skin removed

  • 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • ¾ cup mayonnaise

  • 23 tablespoons chili sauce

  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce

  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

  • ½ cup sliced green onions

  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

  • Seaweed snack sheets, for serving


Instructions

  • Rinse sushi rice and cook with water according to instructions. Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt, then fold into cooked rice.

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season salmon with oil, salt, and pepper, then bake for 12–15 minutes. Flake once cooled.

  • In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, chili sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil until smooth.

  • Spread rice into a greased baking dish. Layer salmon evenly on top.

  • Spread spicy topping over salmon and bake for 15–20 minutes until heated through.

  • Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve warm with seaweed sheets.

Notes

  • Adjust chili sauce to control spice level.

  • Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored refrigerated for up to two days.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes