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Easy Baked Salmon Sushi Cups

Easy Baked Salmon Sushi Cups for a Quick Flavor Fix

Easy Baked Salmon Sushi Cups offer a quick way to enjoy sushi without rolling, perfect for appetizers or snacks.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Mixture
  • 1 pound sushi-grade salmon fresh or frozen
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Kewpie mayo or regular mayo if unavailable
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha adjust to heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil can replace with olive oil
For the Sushi Rice
  • 1 cup sushi rice do not substitute with long-grain
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or white vinegar with sweetness adjustment
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar or honey/agave syrup adjusting liquid ratios
For the Sushi Cups
  • 10-12 sheets nori sheets cut to fit muffin tin
  • 1 tablespoon furikake omit if unavailable
  • 2 stalks green onion can replace with chives
For Assembly
  • 1 can cooking spray or olive oil as alternative

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • Cooking Spray

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the sushi rice by cooking according to package instructions, about 20 minutes. Fold in rice vinegar and sugar; cool slightly.
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Dice salmon, mix with soy sauce, Kewpie mayo, sriracha, and sesame oil until coated.
  3. Cut nori sheets into squares to fit muffin tin, about 10-12 squares needed.
  4. Grease muffin tin compartments with cooking spray. Place nori into each, add sushi rice, press down, and top with salmon mixture.
  5. Bake in preheated oven for about 15 minutes until salmon is cooked and the tops are golden.
  6. Let cool for a few minutes, drizzle with sriracha or mayo, and sprinkle furikake and green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

These sushi cups are a fun way to enjoy sushi flavors, perfect for entertaining and easy to customize with additional toppings.

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