Description
Elevate your appetizer game with these vibrant Spicy Salmon Sushi Cups. Each crispy cup is filled with succulent sushi-grade salmon, creamy avocado, and a spicy kick from sriracha, creating a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, these easy-to-make sushi cups will impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 1 ¼ cups water
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 8 oz sushi-grade salmon, diced
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 4 nori sheets, cut into small squares
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until clear. Combine with water in a saucepan, bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for about 18 minutes or until absorbed.
- In a bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Once rice is slightly cool, gently fold in the mixture using a wooden spatula.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease muffin tins and press sushi rice into each cup shape.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Monitor closely to avoid burning.
- Once cooled slightly, fill each cup with diced salmon mixed with sriracha and top with avocado slices.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sushi cups (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg