Sushi Bake
A delicious and trendy baked sushi casserole featuring layers of sushi rice, creamy crab mixture, and melted cheese. Perfect for parties or a unique dinner idea!
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked sushi rice
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup imitation crab meat, shredded
- ½ cup Japanese mayonnaise (Kewpie)
- ¼ cup cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup sriracha sauce (optional, for spice)
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 sheet nori (seaweed), cut into strips
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Sushi Rice: In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Fold into cooked sushi rice and set aside.Make Crab Mixture: In a separate bowl, combine shredded crab meat, Japanese mayonnaise, cream cheese, and sriracha (if using). Mix well.Layer the Dish: Spread the sushi rice evenly in a baking dish. Top with the crab mixture, spreading it evenly over the rice.Add Cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the crab layer.Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.Garnish: Remove from the oven and top with nori strips, sesame seeds, and green onions.Serve: Scoop onto plates or serve with seaweed sheets for wrapping.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use real crab meat instead of imitation crab.
- Adjust sriracha to taste for spiciness.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.