Description
A warm, hearty casserole that combines the unique flavors of sushi into an easy-to-make dish, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sushi rice
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup chopped imitation crab (or fresh crab)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha
- Soy sauce, for drizzling
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the sushi rice according to package instructions and rinse under cold water until clear.
- Transfer cooked rice to a bowl and fold in rice vinegar, sugar, and salt while warm.
- In a separate bowl, mix cream cheese, imitation crab, green onions, and Sriracha until well combined.
- Spread half of the sushi rice in a greased baking dish, layer crab mixture on top, then add remaining rice.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-30 minutes until warmed and slightly browned.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with sesame seeds, drizzle with soy sauce, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
For a healthier twist, consider using brown rice or Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: sushi bake, easy sushi, casserole, Japanese cuisine, baking
