Salmon Aburi Sushi Bake with Yuzu Avocado Cream

Salmon Aburi Sushi Bake with Yuzu Avocado Cream

from ivyskitchn.com
Dinner
30 min
197 kcal / serving

A rich and flavorful salmon aburi sushi bake layered with seasoned sushi rice, tender salmon mixed with yuzu mayo, and melted cheese. Finished with a bright yuzu avocado cream for balance, this easy, crowd-pleasing dish delivers the flavor of sushi without the rolling. Perfect for parties, weeknight dinners, or sharing with friends.

Ingredients

  • 2 cupscooked sushi rice
  • 2 tablespoonsrice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoonsugar
  • 1 tablespoonsesame oil
  • 1 tablespoonfurikake
  • chopped shiso (optional)
  • 8 ouncesfresh salmon (sushi-grade)
  • 2 tablespoonskewpie mayo
  • 1 teaspoonsoy sauce
  • 1 teaspoonyuzu juice
  • sugar
  • sriracha (optional)
  • 1ripe avocado
  • 1 tablespoonyuzu juice
  • 1 teaspoonkewpie mayo
  • ½ teaspoonhoney
  • salt
  • wasabi (optional)
  • ½ cupshredded mozzarella
  • parmesan or cheddar (optional)
  • roasted nori sheets (cucumber slices, pickled ginger)

Directions

  1. 1

    Season and press the rice into a baking dish.

  2. 2

    Mix salmon with yuzu mayo sauce and spread over rice.

  3. 3

    Add cheese and extra mayo.

  4. 4

    Bake at 400°F for 12–15 minutes.

  5. 5

    Torch or broil the top for 1–2 minutes until golden and slightly charred.

  6. 6

    Blend avocado cream and pipe on top.

  7. 7

    Garnish and serve with nori sheets and sides.