This salmon sushi bake is a fun and delicious twist on traditional sushi! It is packed with seasoned salmon and imitation crab. A creamy, spicy sauce made with cream cheese, Japanese mayo, and sriracha adds to the flavor. This bake is bursting with flavor. It is layered over a bed of sushi rice and finished with crispy nori strips. This creates the perfect sushi-inspired dish. It’s easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Why You’ll Love This Salmon Sushi Bake✔ Sushi Made Easy – All the flavors of sushi without the rolling!✔ Creamy & Spicy – The creamy sauce with a hint of heat adds a delicious kick.✔ Packed with Flavor – Savory salmon and imitation crab are the perfect combo.✔ Customize to Taste – Add furikake for extra umami or adjust the sriracha to your preferred spice level.✔ Quick & Simple – A sushi-inspired dish that’s easy to prepare and bake!
Ingredients
- ½ lb 225 g salmon, seasoned and cooked
- ½ lb 225 g imitation crab, shredded
- 3 tbsp cream cheese softened
- 3 tbsp Japanese mayo Kewpie preferred
- 2 tbsp sriracha adjust to taste
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice
- 2 sheets nori seaweed, cut into small strips
- Furikake optional, for additional flavor
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Flake the cooked salmon into small pieces and set aside.
- In a bowl, combine the shredded imitation crab, cream cheese, Japanese mayo, and sriracha. Stir until well mixed and creamy.
- Add the flaked salmon into the mixture, gently stirring to combine.
- Place the cooked sushi rice in the bottom of a baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Top the rice with the salmon and crab mixture, spreading it into an even layer.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle the top with nori strips and furikake (if using).
- Serve with soy sauce, pickled ginger, or wasabi for an authentic sushi experience!
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Notes
Tips for the Best Salmon Sushi Bake
✔ Adjust the spice – Add more or less sriracha depending on how spicy you like it.
✔ Use fresh salmon – If you prefer, use fresh salmon instead of cooked for a fresher taste.
✔ Top with extra crunch – Add a little extra nori for a crispy texture.
✔ Use Kewpie mayo – It adds a rich, slightly tangy flavor that’s key to this dish. This salmon sushi bake is the perfect way to enjoy sushi flavors with minimal effort. It’s creamy, spicy, and loaded with umami—sure to become a new favorite! Tried this recipe? Let me know how it turned out in the comments or tag me on social media!
✔ Use fresh salmon – If you prefer, use fresh salmon instead of cooked for a fresher taste.
✔ Top with extra crunch – Add a little extra nori for a crispy texture.
✔ Use Kewpie mayo – It adds a rich, slightly tangy flavor that’s key to this dish. This salmon sushi bake is the perfect way to enjoy sushi flavors with minimal effort. It’s creamy, spicy, and loaded with umami—sure to become a new favorite! Tried this recipe? Let me know how it turned out in the comments or tag me on social media!
I made it! Yammy!