Description
These Spicy Salmon Sushi Cups offer a delightful fusion of flavors, transporting you to a bustling Tokyo sushi bar with every bite. Crispy nori cups are filled with tender sushi-grade salmon, creamy avocado, and a zesty sriracha kick, making them the perfect appetizer for any occasion. Whether hosting a casual gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, these customizable sushi cups will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 1 ½ cups water
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 4 sheets nori (cut into quarters)
- 8 oz sushi-grade salmon (diced)
- 1 avocado (diced)
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
- 2 green onions (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear; cook with water according to package instructions until fluffy.
- Once cooked, mix in rice vinegar while warm; allow to cool slightly.
- Press cooled rice into muffin tins lined with nori to form cups.
- In a bowl, combine diced salmon, avocado, sriracha sauce, and sesame seeds.
- Fill each nori cup with the salmon mixture; top with green onions.
- Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required after initial rice preparation
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cups (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 60mg