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Easy Baked Salmon Sushi Cups

Easy Baked Salmon Sushi Cups That Wow Every Taste Bud

Discover how to make Easy Baked Salmon Sushi Cups, a delightful twist on sushi that impresses at any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Mix
  • 8 ounces salmon cubed
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Kewpie mayo or regular mayo
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil olive oil can be used as substitute
For the Rice Base
  • 1 cup uncooked sushi rice no substitutions
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar apple cider vinegar can be used
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar brown sugar adds deeper flavor
For the Nori Cups
  • 2-3 sheets nori cut into squares
  • cooking spray or oil as alternative
For Garnishing
  • furikake optional
  • green onion or chives as substitute

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin tin
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse uncooked sushi rice under cold water until water runs clear. Cook with water in a saucepan, bring to boil, then simmer covered for about 15 minutes. Let cool.
  2. Combine rice vinegar and white sugar in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for about 30 seconds until sugar dissolves, then fold into cooled sushi rice.
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Spray muffin tin with cooking spray.
  4. In a bowl, mix cubed salmon, soy sauce, Kewpie mayo, sriracha, and sesame oil. Stir until evenly coated.
  5. Cut nori sheets into squares big enough for muffin tin, about 4 inches.
  6. Press sushi rice into each nori square, then spoon salmon mixture into each cup.
  7. Bake in oven for about 15 minutes until golden brown and crisped.
  8. Allow to cool slightly, then garnish with sriracha, Kewpie mayo, furikake, and green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure sushi rice is cooked properly, use fresh ingredients, and allow to cool before serving for the best texture and flavor.

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