Ingredients
Scale
- Sushi Rice (uncooked) 2 cups
- Salmon fillets (skin removed) 1 pound
- Teriyaki sauce 1/2 cup
- Japanese Mayonnaise (Kewpie preferred) 1/2 cup
- Cream Cheese (softened) 4 ounces
- Rice Vinegar 1/4 cup
- Furikake seasoning 2 tablespoons
- Roasted Seaweed Snacks or Nori sheets 1 package
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook the sushi rice according to package directions. Once cooked, transfer the rice to a bowl and fold in the rice vinegar and 1 tablespoon of furikake seasoning. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Step 2: Cook the salmon (by baking or pan-frying) until fully done. Allow it to cool slightly, then flake the salmon into fine pieces in a medium bowl. Combine the flaked salmon with the teriyaki sauce, Japanese mayonnaise, and softened cream cheese, mixing thoroughly until a creamy topping forms.
- Step 3: Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Press the seasoned sushi rice evenly into the bottom of the pan to create the base layer. Sprinkle the remaining 1 tablespoon of furikake over the rice base.
- Step 4: Carefully spread the prepared teriyaki salmon mixture evenly over the rice layer, ensuring the topping reaches the edges of the pan. Optionally, drizzle extra mayonnaise or sriracha in zigzag patterns on the top layer.
- Step 5: Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the topping is heated through, bubbly, and slightly golden brown on the edges. Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes.
- Step 6: Serve the Teriyaki Salmon Sushi Bake warm. Cut the bake into squares and provide the roasted nori sheets or seaweed snacks for guests to use as wrappers.
Notes
- Leftovers store well in an airtight container for up to 3 days; ensure the container is tightly sealed to keep the rice from hardening and the topping from drying out.
- Skip the microwave for reheating; warming slices in a 300°F oven for about 10 minutes preserves the crispy edges and prevents the sushi rice base from becoming tough.
- Serve immediately with plenty of nori wrappers, adding slivers of fresh avocado and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds over each square before guests assemble their individual bites.
- To achieve the perfect spreadable topping, make sure your cream cheese is fully softened and the salmon is flaked very finely, ensuring a uniform, creamy texture that bakes consistently.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American