Description
Easy Baked Salmon Sushi Cups are a delightful fusion of flavors and textures that combine the best of sushi in an easy-to-make format. Crispy rice cups cradle tender salmon and creamy avocado, creating a visually stunning dish perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home. With vibrant colors and customizable toppings, these sushi cups are sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 8 oz fresh salmon fillet, diced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium if preferred)
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- Nori sheets, cut into strips (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- In a bowl, mix cooked sushi rice with rice vinegar until combined.
- Press about 2 tablespoons of the rice mixture into each muffin cup to form nests.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly, then fill each cup with diced salmon and avocado.
- Drizzle with soy sauce, sprinkle sesame seeds on top, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sushi cup (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg