Easy Baked Salmon Sushi Cups
If you’re looking for a unique and delicious way to enjoy sushi at home, Easy Baked Salmon Sushi Cups are the perfect solution! These delightful bites combine the classic flavors of sushi in a fun, easy-to-eat format that’s ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining. With tender salmon nestled in seasoned sushi rice and wrapped in nori sheets, these sushi cups are not only visually appealing but also packed with nutritious ingredients. Whether you’re crafting them for a family dinner or a casual gathering, they are sure to impress everyone at the table. Plus, they can be customized with various toppings and fillings to suit any palate. Get ready to dive into these savory baked salmon delights!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb salmon, cubed
- 1 ½ cup uncooked sushi rice
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- 3 large nori sheets
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Cook sushi rice according to package instructions.
- Combine rice vinegar and sugar in a microwave-safe bowl; heat until sugar dissolves, then mix with cooked rice.
- Preheat oven to 400℉.
- In a bowl, mix cubed salmon with soy sauce, mayonnaise, sriracha, and sesame oil.
- Cut nori sheets into squares and lightly grease muffin tins with cooking spray.
- Spoon seasoned rice into each nori square, pressing down gently, then top with the salmon mixture.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and tops are golden brown.
- Garnish with furikake and green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sushi cup (70g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg