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Easy Baked Salmon Sushi Cups

A delightful fusion of flavors and textures that combines tender salmon, perfectly cooked sushi rice, and crispy nori, topped with sriracha and creamy Kewpie mayo.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb salmon Cubed for easy cooking
  • 1 tbsp light soy sauce Adds depth of flavor
  • 1 tbsp Kewpie Mayo Brings creaminess and richness
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha For a spicy kick
  • 1 tsp sesame oil Provides a nutty aroma
  • 1.5 cups uncooked sushi rice The base that holds everything together
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar Balances out the richness
  • 2 tsp white sugar Enhances the flavor of the rice
  • 3 large nori sheets Essential for wrapping
  • 1 tbsp furikake Adds texture and umami flavor
  • 1 piece green onion Chopped for freshness
  • 1 spray cooking spray To ensure easy removal from muffin tins

Method
 

  1. Cook the sushi rice according to package instructions until fluffy, then let cool slightly.
  2. Combine rice vinegar and sugar in a microwave-safe bowl, heat until sugar dissolves, then mix with sushi rice.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400℉.
  4. Mix diced salmon with light soy sauce, Kewpie mayo, sriracha, and sesame oil until well-coated.
  5. Cut nori sheets into squares, place sushi rice in muffin tin, and add salmon on top.
  6. Bake for about 15 minutes until salmon is cooked and tops are golden brown, then garnish before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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