Description
Indulge in these Spicy Salmon Sushi Cups, where crispy rice meets tender sushi-grade salmon and zesty spicy mayo. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, these delightful bites are visually stunning and packed with flavor. With a mix of fresh ingredients and customizable toppings, you’ll impress your guests while satisfying your sushi cravings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 cup sushi-grade salmon, diced
- 2 tablespoons spicy mayo (mayonnaise + sriracha)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Nori sheets (cut into squares)
Instructions
- Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear; cook according to package instructions.
- Transfer warm rice to a bowl and drizzle with rice vinegar, folding gently to season.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Press seasoned rice into muffin tins lined with nori sheets and bake for about 10 minutes until slightly crispy.
- In a bowl, mix diced salmon with spicy mayo; adjust spice level as desired.
- Once the rice cups cool, fill each with the salmon mixture and top with avocado and cucumber slices.
- Finish with sesame seeds and additional spicy mayo if desired. Serve immediately or chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sushi cup (60g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg