Baked Salmon Sushi Bites
Warm, bite-sized baked sushi made with seasoned rice, marinated salmon, and a creamy, savory topping.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Baking sheet
- Wire rack
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
Ingredients
Rice Base
- 1.5 cups sushi rice
- 2 cups water
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 0.5 tsp salt
Salmon Topping
- 12 oz salmon fillet skin removed, diced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sriracha adjust to taste
Creamy Sauce
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
Instructions
- Cook sushi rice and season with vinegar, sugar, and salt. Let cool slightly.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet or mini muffin tin.
- Mix diced salmon with soy sauce, sesame oil, and sriracha.
- Combine mayonnaise and cream cheese until smooth.
- Press rice into bite-sized portions on baking sheet or tin.
- Top rice with salmon and creamy mixture.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until salmon is cooked and tops are lightly golden.
- Garnish and serve warm.
Notes
Serve with nori squares, soy sauce, or extra spicy mayo for dipping.