This easy spicy salmon sushi bake layers seasoned rice, creamy sriracha salmon, and crunchy toppings into a warm, sushi-inspired casserole — no rolling required.
2 cups cooked sushi rice
¼ cup rice vinegar
1 tbsp sugar
½ tsp salt
1½–2 cups cooked flaked salmon
4 oz cream cheese, softened
⅓ cup Japanese mayo
1–2 tbsp sriracha (to taste)
1 tbsp soy sauce or furikake (optional, for rice layer)
Green onions, for garnish
Toasted nori sheets, for serving
Optional: panko, sesame seeds, avocado
Cook sushi rice. While warm, stir in rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Spread into a greased 8×8 dish.
Drizzle rice with soy sauce or sprinkle with furikake.
In a bowl, combine salmon, cream cheese, mayo, and sriracha. Mix until smooth.
Spread salmon mixture over the rice. Top with panko or more furikake if desired.
Bake at 375°F for 15–18 minutes. Broil 2–3 minutes for a golden top.
Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and drizzle of spicy mayo.
Serve warm with toasted nori sheets.