Spicy Salmon Sushi Bake (Print-Friendly Recipe)

A creamy, spicy salmon and sushi rice dish baked to golden perfection, perfect for sharing or cozy dinners.

# Ingredients List:

→ Rice Base

01 - 2 cups uncooked sushi rice
02 - 2.5 cups water
03 - 1/4 cup rice vinegar
04 - 2 tablespoons sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon salt

→ Topping

06 - 454 g fresh salmon fillet, skinless, diced
07 - 120 ml mayonnaise
08 - 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
09 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
10 - 1/2 cup chopped green onions, plus more for garnish
11 - 1 sheet nori, cut into small strips
12 - Tobiko, to taste (optional garnish)

# How to Make It:

01 - Set oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) to warm while preparing ingredients.
02 - Rinse sushi rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine rinsed rice and 2.5 cups water in a rice cooker or pot. Cook until tender.
03 - In a bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until fully dissolved.
04 - Once rice is cooked, fluff with a fork and fold in the vinegar mixture gently to coat evenly. Spread rice in an even layer on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Allow to cool slightly.
05 - In a separate bowl, combine diced salmon, mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, sesame oil, and chopped green onions. Adjust the level of spiciness according to preference.
06 - Evenly spread the salmon mixture over the cooled rice layer in the baking dish.
07 - Place the assembled dish in the preheated oven. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until salmon is fully cooked and the top is lightly golden.
08 - Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes. Garnish with additional green onions, nori strips, and tobiko if using. Serve warm using a spoon.

# Extra Information:

01 - For milder heat, reduce Sriracha sauce. Substitute salmon with cooked crab or shrimp if preferred. Soy sauce pairs well as a dipping option.