Spicy Baked Sushi Cups (Print Version)
Mini sushi bites featuring tangy salmon, crunchy veggies, and a drizzle of spicy mayo. Inspired by TikTok, they’re simple and fun to make!
# Ingredients:
→ Sushi Rice Base
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2 cups of sushi rice, already cooked
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Half a pound of cubed salmon without the skin
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3 nori seaweed sheets
→ Marinade for Salmon
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1 teaspoon of oil made from sesame seeds
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A tiny pinch of ginger powder, about half a teaspoon
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1 tablespoon of hoisin sauce
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1 teaspoon red chili flakes
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½ teaspoon of salt
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2 tablespoons of soy sauce
→ Veggie Toppings
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A half cup of chopped cucumber
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A half cup of diced carrots, peeled first
→ Tangy Mayo Sauce
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About 1 teaspoon of sriracha
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A quarter cup of Japanese kewpie mayo
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1 tablespoon of chili paste with garlic
→ Final Garnishes
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Some sesame seeds for sprinkling
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A handful of chopped scallions
# Steps:
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Chop the salmon into small cubes and toss it in a bowl. Pour in the soy sauce, sesame oil, hoisin sauce, and toss in red chili flakes with ground ginger and salt. Mix it all up. Put the bowl in the fridge for 1–3 hours to let it soak in the flavors.
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Take some kitchen scissors and divide each piece of nori into four smaller squares. Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly coat a muffin tray with some spray oil.
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Lay out the nori squares. Put a bit of sushi rice in the center of each piece, then press them gently into the muffin pan. Add some of the marinated salmon on top of the rice.
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Place the muffin tray on the middle rack of the preheated oven and bake for around 12 minutes. Look for the salmon to be perfectly cooked but not dried out.
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As the sushi is baking, mix the mayo, sriracha, and garlic chili sauce together. Use a whisk to make the sauce smooth and creamy.
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After baking, take out the pan and add diced carrots and cucumbers on top of each sushi cup. Drizzle on the spicy mayo, sprinkle the sesame seeds, and toss a little chopped scallion on top. Best served while warm.
# Helpful Notes:
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Don’t forget to keep an eye on the salmon – it can dry out quickly if overcooked.
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To bring out more flavor, toast the sesame seeds for a minute or two in a dry pan before using.
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Remember that sushi rice brands might cook differently, so check the instructions on the label.