Description
Teriyaki Salmon Sushi Bake for Two is a delightful fusion of flavors that brings the essence of sushi to your dinner table in a comforting casserole format. This easy-to-make dish features tender salmon marinated in a savory-sweet teriyaki sauce, layered over sticky sushi rice and topped with creamy goodness. Perfect for date nights or cozy evenings at home, each bite is a warm embrace that evokes nostalgic memories. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, this recipe will quickly become your favorite way to enjoy sushi.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (6 oz) salmon fillet
- 1 cup short-grain sushi rice
- 3 tbsp teriyaki sauce (plus more for drizzling)
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 sheets nori seaweed, cut into strips
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp agar-agar powder (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an oven-safe baking dish.
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until clear and cook according to package instructions.
- Season the salmon with salt and pepper and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of teriyaki sauce and bake for 15-20 minutes until flaky.
- In a bowl, mix cooked rice with softened cream cheese and half of the remaining teriyaki sauce.
- Spread half of the rice mixture in the baking dish, layer flaked salmon on top, followed by the remaining rice mixture. Drizzle with more teriyaki sauce.
- Bake for another 15-20 minutes until heated through. Top with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 of the bake (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg