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Sushi Bake Recipe

Sushi Bake Recipe

350kcal
Prep 20 minutes
Cook 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total 55 minutes
This Sushi Bake Recipe combines flavors of traditional sushi in a warm casserole, perfect for quick meals and gatherings.
Servings 6 slices
Course Dinner
Cuisine Japanese

Ingredients

Sushi Base
  • 2 cups sushi rice rinsed
  • 2 cups water for cooking rice
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar for seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons sugar for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt for seasoning
Filling
  • 8 ounces imitation crab meat or cooked shrimp
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise for creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha adjust for spice tolerance
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce for umami
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil for flavor
  • 1/4 cup green onion for freshness
Creamy Layer
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded nori for sushi flavor
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese for topping
Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions for topping
  • extra sriracha for drizzling

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method

Preparation
  1. Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. Cook the rice by combining the rinsed rice and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes or until tender. Let it sit covered for an additional 10 minutes.
  3. Mix the seasoning for the rice by whisking together rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small bowl until dissolved. Gently fold this mixture into the cooked rice and allow it to cool slightly.
  4. Combine the filling ingredients in a large bowl. Mix together the imitation crab meat (or shrimp), mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil, green onion, and cream cheese until fully blended.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Spread the sushi rice evenly across the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  3. Spoon the crab mixture over the rice, spreading it evenly.
  4. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top, followed by a layer of shredded nori.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Cool for a few minutes before garnishing with sliced green onions and drizzling extra sriracha if desired.
  7. Serve warm, scooping out with a spoon or cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving1sliceCalories350kcalCarbohydrates40gProtein12gFat15gSaturated Fat6gPolyunsaturated Fat2gMonounsaturated Fat7gCholesterol30mgSodium600mgPotassium250mgFiber2gSugar3gVitamin A100IUVitamin C2mgCalcium200mgIron1mg

Notes

Optional: Add a sprinkle of sesame seeds for extra crunch if desired.

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