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Spicy Salmon Crispy Rice

Spicy Salmon Crispy Rice: Elevate Your Sushi Game at Home

Experience the delightful contrast of textures and flavors in this Spicy Salmon Crispy Rice, perfect for gatherings or a luxurious treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Rice Base
  • 2 cups Sushi Rice Rinse until water runs clear
  • 2 cups Water As per package instructions
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar For flavor depth
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Neutral Oil For frying
Filling
  • 8 ounces Sashimi-Grade Salmon Fresh for best flavor
  • 1/4 cup Kewpie Mayo Adds creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha Adjust to spice preference
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Provides nutty flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion Chopped, or substitute with chives
Toppings and Garnishes
  • 1 medium Avocado Omit for vegetarian option
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Adjust for heat tolerance
  • 1 tablespoon Black Sesame Seeds Or use white sesame seeds

Equipment

  • rice cooker
  • Large Skillet
  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • plastic wrap
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

Rice Preparation
  1. Rinse sushi rice under cold water until mostly clear. Cook according to package instructions.
  2. Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved, then fold into cooked rice.
  3. Press seasoned rice into an 8x8 inch baking pan lined with plastic wrap.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours until firm.
Filling Preparation
  1. Dice sashimi-grade salmon and mix with Kewpie mayo, Sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil, and chopped green onions.
  2. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator.
Cooking
  1. Remove rice from pan and slice into rectangles.
  2. Heat neutral oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, fry rice rectangles until golden brown.
  3. Assemble by placing avocado on fried rice, adding salmon mixture, then topping with jalapeño and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Cool rice properly before pressing to avoid crumbling; use a wet knife for clean cuts.

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