Ingredients
Salmon and Topping Mix
- 2 medium salmon filets (about 6 ounces each)
- 1 Tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup furikake seasoning
- 1/4 cup light mayo
- 2 Tablespoons sriracha
Rice Mix
- 3 cups cooked sushi rice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 Tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Toppings
- 1 medium avocado (sliced)
- 1/2 medium cucumber (diced)
- 2 medium green onions (diced)
- Nori seaweed (to taste)
- Sesame seeds (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the salmon and rice layers.
- Add Salmon to Pan: Place the salmon filets on a baking sheet or pan with the skin side down for initial baking.
- Add Seasoning: Drizzle the salmon with tamari or soy sauce, then sprinkle salt, pepper, and garlic powder evenly over the fish for flavor.
- Bake Salmon: Bake the salmon for about 18 minutes or until it becomes flaky and cooked through.
- Mix Sauce Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, light mayo, furikake seasoning, and sriracha to create a creamy, spicy sauce.
- Mix Salmon Into Sauce: Remove skin from the baked salmon, cut into large chunks, and gently mix into the cream cheese sauce until well combined.
- Season Cooked Rice: In another bowl, stir together cooked sushi rice, rice vinegar, salt, and sugar to season the rice with a slight tangy sweetness.
- Press Rice Into Baking Dish: Transfer the seasoned sushi rice into a 9-inch baking dish and press down firmly to create an even base layer.
- Press Salmon Mixture On Top: Spread and press the salmon and cream cheese mixture evenly over the rice layer in the baking dish.
- Bake, Then Broil: Bake the assembled dish for 12 minutes to meld flavors, then switch to broil and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the top is crispy and golden brown.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Garnish with fresh slices of avocado, diced cucumber, chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and nori seaweed before serving to add freshness and texture.
Notes
- Ensure sushi rice is well cooked and slightly sticky for best results in layering and pressing.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha according to your spice preference.
- You can substitute salmon with other fish or cooked shrimp if desired.
- Use furikake seasoning with or without seaweed depending on your taste or dietary needs.
- Serve immediately after broiling to enjoy the crispy top combined with fresh toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese