Description
Oven-Baked Salmon Sushi Bites offer a delightful fusion of flavors, combining tender salmon with seasoned sushi rice and a satisfying crunch from nori. These easy-to-make bites are perfect for gatherings or a cozy evening at home. With just a few key ingredients, you can impress your guests or treat yourself to a delicious snack that captures the essence of sushi without the fuss of rolling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh salmon fillets
- 1 cup short-grain sushi rice
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 4 nori sheets, cut into smaller pieces
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- Wasabi paste, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until clear; cook according to package instructions. Mix in rice vinegar once cooked and let it cool slightly.
- Season salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and optional spices like garlic powder.
- Spread sushi rice evenly over nori sheets, place salmon on top, add avocado slices, and roll tightly.
- Arrange rolls seam-side down on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until salmon is flaky.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing into bite-sized pieces; serve with soy sauce and wasabi.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg