Description
Salmon sushi bake brings Japanese culinary magic to your kitchen with its irresistible teriyaki glaze. Layers of creamy rice, flaky salmon, and umami-rich sauce promise a delightful dining experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 0.75 pounds (340 grams) Salmon (Coho Salmon recommended)
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 3 tablespoons Teriyaki Sauce or Japanese BBQ Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic Powder
Base and Accompaniments:
- 3 cups Cooked Sushi Rice
- 1 small Avocado, cubed
- 3 tablespoons Spicy Mayo
- 1 tablespoon Furikake
- 2 tablespoons Crispy Fried Onion Bits
- 2 tablespoons Scallions, finely diced
Instructions
- Prepare the oven’s broiler function at high heat to ensure proper caramelization.
- Skillfully separate salmon from its skin and slice into uniform 1-inch cubes for consistent cooking.
- Marinate salmon pieces in teriyaki sauce and a touch of salt, ensuring each morsel is thoroughly coated and absorbing flavors.
- Transfer cooked sushi rice into a small baking dish, gently pressing to create a compact, even foundation.
- Distribute the teriyaki-infused salmon across the rice surface with precision, then dust with garlic powder and brown sugar for added depth.
- Position the baking dish on the oven’s upper rack and broil for approximately 6 minutes, watching for a rich, golden caramelization on the salmon.
- Once removed from the oven, artfully garnish with creamy avocado slices, a delicate drizzle of spicy mayo, sprinkle of furikake, crunchy fried onions, and freshly chopped scallions.
- Serve piping hot to preserve the dish’s optimal texture and temperature, allowing diners to savor the layered flavors and contrasting textures.
Notes
- Select fresh salmon with vibrant color and minimal fishy smell for the best flavor and texture.
- Marinate salmon in teriyaki sauce for 15-30 minutes before cooking to enhance depth of flavor and tenderness.
- Use short-grain sushi rice for authentic sticky consistency that holds together perfectly in the bake.
- For gluten-free option, replace traditional teriyaki sauce with tamari or gluten-free teriyaki alternative.
- Control spice level by adjusting amount of spicy mayo or using sriracha on the side for personalized heat.
- Quickly broil salmon to prevent overcooking, keeping it moist and preventing dry, tough texture.
- Customize toppings with alternatives like pickled ginger, sesame seeds, or toasted nori for extra crunch and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 482
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 61 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg