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Easy California Roll Style Sushi Bake

Close-up of a freshly baked sushi bake, showing layers of rice and creamy filling with a golden, cheesy, seasoned top.
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Make this simple, viral sushi bake casserole that tastes like a California roll without the rolling. It layers seasoned rice, imitation crab, and a creamy topping, perfect for parties or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked sushi rice
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 8 ounces imitation crab meat, shredded
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional topping)
  • 2 tablespoons Furikake seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • Nori sheets, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, combine the cooked sushi rice with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Mix well to season the rice. Spread this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, combine the shredded imitation crab meat, mayonnaise, and Sriracha. Mix until the crab is fully coated in the spicy mayo mixture.
  4. Spread the crab mixture evenly over the seasoned rice layer.
  5. Dollop small spoonfuls of softened cream cheese over the crab layer.
  6. Sprinkle the top evenly with mozzarella cheese, if using, followed by Furikake seasoning and toasted sesame seeds.
  7. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the topping is hot and lightly golden brown.
  8. Let the sushi bake cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with sheets of nori for scooping.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can mix a small amount of Kewpie mayonnaise into the rice layer before spreading.
  • If you prefer a salmon version, substitute the imitation crab with 8 ounces of cooked, flaked salmon.
  • Serve with extra spicy mayo or eel sauce drizzled on top after baking for added flavor.

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