Viral Salmon Sushi Bake Recipe – Easy, Creamy, Cheesy Japanese-Inspired Casserole
This viral Salmon Sushi Bake is a creamy, spicy, and cheesy twist on sushi! Perfect for a fun weeknight dinner or gathering with friends.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
Ingredients
- 2 cups uncooked sushi rice
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp white sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 10 oz imitation crab
- 8 oz salmon (about 2 cups shredded cooked salmon)
- 4 oz cream cheese
- ⅓ cup Sriracha Mayo (*see note for substitute)
- Furikake, for sprinkling
- Seaweed snacks, for serving
- Sesame seeds, for topping (optional)
- Green onion, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook sushi rice according to package instructions.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Microwave about 30 sec until dissolved. Pour into cooked rice and mix gently. Set aside.
- Season salmon with salt and pepper. Cook in air fryer at 400°F for 10-12 min or bake at 375°F for 15-17 min. Shred cooked salmon.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded crab, cooked salmon, cream cheese, and Sriracha Mayo. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Preheat oven to 400°F and prepare a 9×9 or 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Assemble sushi bake: spread rice evenly in dish, sprinkle furikake, then top with salmon-crab mixture. Press down gently and smooth surface.
- Bake 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and top with extra Sriracha Mayo, chili furikake, sesame seeds, and chopped green onions.
- Serve by scooping portions and wrapping with seaweed snacks. Enjoy!
Notes
- Substitute Sriracha Mayo with mayo + sriracha if needed.
- Add avocado slices on top for extra creaminess.