This Tik Tok Viral Salmon Sushi Bake Recipe has garnered a lot of attention in recent days, but many have been making it for years! It takes traditional sushi rolls and turns them into this delicious easy sushi bake recipe!

Craving sushi but short on time (or maybe a little intimidated by rolling)? Enter the salmon sushi bake: all the delicious flavors of your favorite rolls, simplified into a warm, comforting casserole. Think of it as a deconstructed sushi roll, where the components are layered instead of rolled.

This salmon sushi bake recipe features flaky, baked salmon as the star, but the beauty of a sushi bake is its versatility. You can customize it with your favorite sushi ingredients – spicy mayo, avocado, crunchy tempura flakes, the possibilities are endless! It’s surprisingly easy to throw together, perfect for a weeknight dinner, and guaranteed to satisfy your sushi cravings without any of the fuss. It’s SO good!

Salmon Sushi Bake Recipe (Easy And Delicious)

Why You’ll Love This Salmon Sushi Bake

Sushi Made Easy: Forget the rolling mats and the delicate maneuvers. This bake gives you all the delicious sushi flavor in a simple, layered casserole. It’s perfect for those nights when you want sushi but don’t have the time or energy for the traditional method.
Warm and Cozy: Unlike cold sushi rolls, this bake is served warm, making it extra comforting, especially on a chilly evening. It’s like a warm hug in a bowl.
Flavor Explosion: Flaky baked salmon, seasoned rice, your favorite sushi toppings—it’s a symphony of flavors and textures all working together. Think creamy avocado, spicy mayo, crunchy sesame seeds, and the rich taste of salmon.
Customizable: The best part? You can totally make it your own. Swap out the salmon for tuna or shrimp, add different veggies, play around with the sauces. It’s your sushi bake, so you’re in charge. And don’t forget to add some spicy mayo or wasabi for a bit more heat!
Crowd-Pleaser: This is a dish that everyone will love. It’s perfect for casual get-togethers, potlucks, or even just a fun weeknight dinner with the family. It’s a guaranteed hit.
Tik Tok Viral: The recipe in more recent times has become Tik Tok Viral as people are enjoying this deconstructed sushi bake for all of these reasons and more!

Salmon Sushi Bake Recipe in a Casserole Dish

Ingredient Notes

salmon fillets – you can use frozen or fresh fillets or canned salmon if you prefer
olive oil – you can use avocado oil or sesame oil
cream cheese – you can use either a regular cream cheese or low fat, but don’t use whipped
Japanese mayo – kewpie mayo is our favorite
sriracha hot chili sauce
sushi rice – you can use white rice as well, but sushi rice sticks way better
rice vinegar
granulated sugar
salt
furikake
green onions or scallions
sesame seeds

Get the full ingredient list and full instructions in the printable recipe card below.

Handy tips

Spice Level: For a spicy salmon sushi bake, increase the spice level by adding more or less sriracha or spicy mayo.
Variations: Swap out the fish for tuna, mackerel, scallops, imitation crab meat or shrimp. Add more seasoning when baking the fish or seafood like garlic powder, onion powder, seasoning salt or more. Try different additional sauces such as eel sauce, tamari, soy sauce, more kewpie mayonnaise or even sesame oil for more flavor. Add avocado slices, cucumber slices or any other fresh vegetable you might like.
Substitutions: If you would rather skip the fresh salmon or frozen salmon, you can substitute with canned salmon (or canned tuna, etc.)

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Serving Tips

Scoop the warm salmon sushi bake onto toasted nori sheets. Top with avocado, sesame seeds and cucumber for a delicious mix of flavors and textures.
Add soy sauce or coconut aminos for a flavor boost.

Storage Tips

Because of the cooked fish and other perishable ingredients, storing a salmon sushi bake requires some care. Here’s the best way to handle leftovers:

In the Fridge:

Cool Down: Let the sushi bake cool down to room temperature before you put it in the fridge. This prevents condensation from forming, which can make the food spoil faster.
Container: Use an airtight container. This is important to keep the sushi bake fresh and to prevent it from absorbing odors (or leaking odors) from other foods in your fridge. If you don’t have a container that seals tightly, you can use a dish with a tight-fitting lid or wrap it well with plastic wrap.
Toppings: It’s usually best to store the toppings separately. Things like avocado, cucumber, and kimchi can get mushy or wilt in the fridge. Store them in their own containers and add them when you’re ready to eat.
How Long: Sushi bake is best eaten within 2-3 days of making it.

Reheating (if desired):

Gentle Warming: If you want to reheat it, do so gently. You can use the microwave, but be careful not to overcook it, as the fish and rice can become dry. A better option might be to reheat individual portions in a pan on the stovetop with a little bit of water to keep it moist.

Important Food Safety Note:

Don’t leave it out: Never leave the sushi bake at room temperature for more than two hours. This is a food safety rule to prevent bacteria growth.

Enjoy your leftover sushi bake!

Leftover Salmon Sushi Bake can be made into a dip.

Simply mix up the entire leftover casserole and spoon into a bowl. Serve with toasted nori, crackers, toasted bread or crostini, fresh veggies or more!

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Printable Recipe for Salmon Sushi Bake Recipe

Salmon Sushi Bake Recipe (Tik Tok Viral Recipe)

Nicole Cook

Craving sushi but short on time (or maybe a little intimidated by rolling)? Enter the salmon sushi bake: all the delicious flavors of your favorite rolls, simplified into a warm, comforting casserole. Think of it as a deconstructed sushi roll, where the components are layered instead of rolled.

5 from 1 vote

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 12

Total Time 22

Course Main Dish

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 476 kcal

Ingredients

1 pound salmon boneless
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup cream cheese
½ cup Japanese mayo plus more for drizzle
2 tablespoons sriracha hot chili sauce plus more for drizzle
3 cups sushi rice cooked
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup furikake seasoning
1 green onions sliced
3 tablespoons sesame seeds

For Serving

toasted seaweed sheets
sliced avocado
kimchi
cucumber sliced or chopped
spicy mayo

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
Coat your salmon with olive oil, and then season with salt and pepper. Bake on a baking sheet for about 15 minutes or until the salmon easily flakes. Discard the skin.
1 pound salmon, 1 tablespoon olive oil
In a medium bowl, place the salmon, cream cheese, Japanese mayo and Sriracha. Mix together until well combined.
1/2 cup cream cheese, 1/2 cup Japanese mayo, 2 tablespoons sriracha hot chili sauce
If your rice isn't cooked, prepare sushi rice according to package instructions. While it's cooking, in a small bowl, combine rice vinegar, sugar and salt.
3 cups sushi rice, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt
Toss the cooked rice and the rice vinegar mixture together until well coated.
In a 9×13 casserole dish, add the rice in a single layer pressing down gently. The add the furikake in a layer. Then top with a layer of the salmon mixture again pressing down gently.
1/4 cup furikake seasoning
Bake at 425 degrees F in a preheated oven for 10-12 minutes.
Remove from oven and drizzle with more Japanese mayo and sriracha. Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds.
1 green onions, 3 tablespoons sesame seeds
For serving, cut into squares or serve with Toasted Seaweed, scoop into center, add avocado, cucumber, kimchi, spicy mayo or whatever you desire.
toasted seaweed sheets, sliced avocado, kimchi, cucumber, spicy mayo