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Baked Salmon Sushi Cups

Delicious Baked Salmon Sushi Cups for Easy Home Entertaining

Enjoy these Baked Salmon Sushi Cups, a delightful appetizer perfect for home entertaining.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Mixture
  • 1 pound Fresh Salmon can substitute with canned salmon
  • 3 tablespoons Light Soy Sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Kewpie Mayo regular mayo mixed with rice vinegar works as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha adjust based on spice preference
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil can swap with canola oil
For the Sushi Base
  • 1 cup Uncooked Sushi Rice short-grain rice is preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar or white vinegar in smaller amounts
  • 1 tablespoon White Sugar alternatives include honey or agave syrup
  • 4 sheets Nori Sheets or thinly sliced lettuce for low-carb option
For Baking and Garnishing
  • cooking spray Cooking Spray or any oil if spray is unavailable
  • 1 tablespoon Furikake or sesame seeds as an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions or chives for a milder taste

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Baked Salmon Sushi Cups
  1. Cook the sushi rice according to package instructions, typically around 18-20 minutes. Combine rice vinegar and sugar in a bowl, stir until dissolved, and fold into warm rice.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to achieve a golden finish on the sushi cups.
  3. Combine fresh salmon, soy sauce, kewpie mayo, sriracha, and sesame oil in a bowl. Mix gently until evenly coated.
  4. Cut nori sheets into squares large enough to form a cup shape in the muffin tin. Set aside.
  5. Grease muffin tin with cooking spray. Press sushi rice into the center of each nori square and top with salmon mixture.
  6. Bake assembled sushi cups in the preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes until salmon is cooked and nori is crispy.
  7. Let cool briefly, then drizzle with more sriracha, sprinkle with furikake and green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

These sushi cups are customizable with different proteins or garnishes based on your preferences.

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