Description
Spicy Salmon Sushi Cups are a tantalizing fusion of flavors and textures, perfect for sushi lovers craving a fun and easy dish. These little cups feature crispy nori filled with warm sushi rice, fresh sashimi-grade salmon, and creamy avocado, topped with zesty garnishes. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, these vibrant sushi cups will certainly impress your guests and satisfy your cravings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 8 oz sashimi-grade salmon
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 4 nori sheets
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 green onions (finely chopped)
- Pickled ginger (for serving)
Instructions
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until clear, then cook according to package instructions until fluffy.
- Dice the salmon into small cubes. Mix with soy sauce and sriracha for seasoning.
- Cut nori sheets into 3-inch squares and mold them into small cups using muffin tins or by hand.
- Place a spoonful of sushi rice into each nori cup, pressing down lightly to form a base.
- Top each cup with the seasoned salmon mixture, adding more sriracha if desired.
- Garnish with diced avocado, sesame seeds, green onions, and pickled ginger.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sushi cup (approx. 75g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg