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Easy Viral Sushi Bake (California Roll Style)

A square portion of baked sushi bake with a creamy orange topping, sprinkled with sesame seeds and seaweed, sitting on a white plate.
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You can make this easy sushi bake that tastes just like a California roll without any of the difficult rolling. It is a warm, creamy, crowd-pleasing casserole perfect for weeknight dinners or your next party.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked and seasoned sushi rice
  • 8 ounces imitation crab meat, shredded
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Sriracha (adjust for spice preference)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup water (to loosen mixture)
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional, for topping)
  • 2 tablespoons furikake seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • Nori sheets, cut into strips, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
  2. Prepare the sushi rice according to package directions and season it with rice vinegar while warm. Press the seasoned rice evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded imitation crab, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, Sriracha, sesame oil, and water. Mix until the ingredients are fully incorporated and creamy.
  4. Spread the creamy crab mixture evenly over the layer of sushi rice.
  5. If using, sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the top layer.
  6. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the topping is hot and lightly golden brown.
  7. Remove the dish from the oven. Sprinkle generously with furikake seasoning and toasted sesame seeds.
  8. Let the sushi bake cool for about 5 minutes before serving. Scoop portions onto plates and serve immediately with nori strips for wrapping or scooping.

Notes

  • For a salmon sushi bake variation, substitute half of the imitation crab with cooked, flaked salmon.
  • If you prefer a less spicy topping, reduce the Sriracha to 1 tablespoon and add 1 tablespoon of Kewpie mayonnaise for richness.
  • You can use pre-made sushi rice if you are short on time for this easy dinner.

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