Description
This irresistibly creamy sushi bake is a delightful and comforting twist on traditional sushi, combining tender imitation crab, creamy cheese, and zesty mayo baked over seasoned sushi rice. Perfect for sharing, it offers the rich flavors of sushi in an easy-to-make casserole format that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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Seafood Mixture
- 8 oz Imitation Crab (substitute with chopped shrimp if desired)
- 8 oz Cream Cheese
- 3 tbsp Kewpie Mayo (regular mayo can be used as a substitute)
- 1 tbsp Sriracha (adjust according to spice preference)
Rice Base
- 2 cups Sushi Rice (short-grain or Jasmine rice can be substituted)
- 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar
Seasonings and Garnish
- 2 tbsp Furikake Seasoning (can be omitted if unavailable)
- 2 scallions Green Onions (for garnish)
- 4 sheets Nori Sheets (for scooping)
Instructions
- Preparation: Gather all your ingredients—imitation crab, cream cheese, sushi rice, and the rest to have everything ready before starting.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the sushi casserole.
- Make Crab Mixture: In a mixing bowl, shred the imitation crab and combine it thoroughly with cream cheese, Kewpie mayo, and sriracha for a creamy, spicy topping.
- Prepare Rice: Toss the cooked warm sushi rice with rice vinegar evenly; then press the seasoned rice firmly into a baking dish to form a solid base layer.
- Layer and Season: Sprinkle half of the furikake seasoning over the rice base, spread the crab mixture evenly on top, and then sprinkle the remaining furikake for added flavor.
- Add Sauces: Drizzle additional Kewpie mayo and sriracha over the top of the crab layer to enhance creaminess and spice.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly, signaling it’s perfectly cooked.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, garnish with fresh sliced green onions, and serve warm with nori sheets for scooping.
Notes
- You can substitute imitation crab with chopped shrimp for a different seafood flavor.
- If Kewpie mayo is unavailable, regular mayonnaise can be used as a substitute.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha to your preferred spice level.
- Furikake seasoning is optional; if you don’t have any, you can omit it or sprinkle some toasted sesame seeds instead.
- This dish is best enjoyed warm and fresh out of the oven.
