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This easy sushi bake recipe is a twist on your classic California roll deconstructed and baked into a casserole. A quick and easy way to make a large batch of yummy sushi. Perfect for sharing with your family and friends.

Sushi bake is a popular dish here in Hawai’i. It’s simple and packs in all the amazing flavors of Japan.

Hand making sushi rolls takes special skill to do, but this sushi bake recipe takes the hard work and time out of rolling each piece individually. Making it a great option for larger parties or gatherings, which of course is ever so popular here in Hawai’i.

There are many different options for sushi bake, but this is my favorite. A good old deconstructed California roll. Serve it with a piece of nori. So so good!!

Make this for your next get together and be sure to have people asking for more.

What is sushi?

Sushi is a Japanese dish made of rice flavored with vinegar and a mix of seafood and/or vegetables.

The beauty about sushi is there are so many different varieties and options that you’ll be sure to find something someone will love.

The first and arguably the most important step in making a sushi bake is to make a good sushi rice.

What is sushi rice?

Sushi rice is a vinegar seasoned rice used to make, well sushi of course.

What type of rice is best for sushi rice?

I like to use short grain or medium grain rice. This gives the classic sushi rice texture and stickiness.

Ingredients for sushi rice

• 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 3 cups cooked white rice

Tips for great sushi rice:

• Be sure to rinse your rice thoroughly before cooking. There is a lot of starch on rice and rinsing will help remove the excess starch. Too much starch will cause the rice to have a gummy texture.
• You can use a rice cooker for a more hands off approach to cooking. Set it and forget it. This is a staple appliance in our house as well as many homes in Hawai’i. If you don’t have a rice cooker you can definitely make it on the stove as well.
• Mix vinegar seasoning with cooked rice while it is still hot. Be sure to use a large bowl that will allow you to toss the rice to ensure even coating.

Next you need a yummy filling. For this recipe I am using a twist on the classic California roll.

Ingredients for sushi bake

• 1/2 cup cream cheese,  softened
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 6 ounces imitation crab, shredded and roughly chopped
• 1/4 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/4 cup green onion, sliced
• 2 tablespoons unagi sauce
• 1/4 cup furikake
• Optional: nori sheets

What to serve with sushi bake?

Every maki and temaki sushi roll needs a great nori component. So what better to serve with a sushi bake then a sheet of nori (seasoned, dried seaweed).

How to store sushi bake?

If you happen to have leftovers it is best stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

How long does sushi bake last?

About 3 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

How to reheat sushi bake?

You can easily reheat sushi bake in the microwave or oven until heated through.

If you are looking for other Japanese style recipes check these out:

• Ozoni
• Sakura boshi
• Sweet potato manju
• Chicken katsu
• Cookie butter daifuku
• Mochi

How to make sushi bake?

To a small bowl add rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Microwave for about 30-45 seconds. Stir to combine until sugar and salt has dissolved.

Add hot rice to a large bowl. Pour vinegar mixture over the rice. Using a rice spoon, fold the rice until rice is well coated. Set aside to cool completely.

Pre heat oven to 450F.

To another bowl add cream cheese, mayonnaise, crab, cucumber, and green onion. Stir until well combined.

Pour rice mixture into a 9×13 baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle half of the furikake over the rice.

Then layer on the crab mixture. Drizzle over the unagi sauce and cover with the remainder of the furikake.

Place in oven and bake for 10-15 minutes or until the top just starts to brown and bubble.

Optionally serve with a piece of nori. ENJOY!

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