Description
Sizzling “spicy tuna & creamy crab sushi bake” brings California coastal flavors to home kitchens with layered textures and bold marine tastes. Creamy crab and spicy tuna create delectable harmony in this modern fusion dish you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein Ingredients:
- 1 cup sushi-grade tuna, diced (or canned tuna, drained)
- 1 cup imitation crab (or lump crab), shredded
Rice and Base Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
Sauce and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (Kewpie recommended)
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to spice preference)
- ½ teaspoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or cream cheese for a creamier texture)
- 1 teaspoon furikake (Japanese seaweed seasoning)
- ½ teaspoon sesame seeds
- Extra sriracha & mayo for drizzling
- Nori seaweed sheets (cut into squares)
- Cucumber slices or avocado (optional)
Instructions
- Transform sushi rice into a delectable base by combining cooked grains with tangy rice vinegar, subtle sweetness, and a pinch of salt. Gently press the seasoned rice into a well-greased rectangular baking vessel, creating an even, smooth foundation.
- Craft the spicy tuna mixture by blending fresh tuna with zesty mayonnaise, fiery sriracha, umami-rich soy sauce, aromatic sesame oil, and finely chopped green onions. Simultaneously, prepare the creamy crab mixture by combining delicate crab meat with creamy mayonnaise, bright lemon juice, savory soy sauce, and a whisper of garlic powder.
- Meticulously layer the dishes by spreading the velvety crab mixture across the rice landscape, then delicately crown it with the vibrant spicy tuna blend. Generously dust the surface with shredded cheese and traditional furikake seasoning for an explosion of flavor and texture.
- Ignite the oven to a precise 375F (190C). Slide the assembled dish into the heated chamber, allowing it to transform for 12-15 minutes until the cheese melts into a golden, bubbling blanket. For those craving extra crispness, activate the broiler for a brief 2-3 minute finale.
- Elevate the presentation by artfully drizzling additional sriracha and mayonnaise across the surface. Garnish with freshly chopped green onions and a sprinkle of nutty sesame seeds. Present alongside crisp nori sheets or refreshing cucumber slices, inviting guests to scoop and savor.
Notes
- Customize the rice’s tanginess by adjusting vinegar levels, creating a personalized flavor profile that suits your taste preferences.
- Enhance protein texture by gently folding tuna and crab mixtures to maintain delicate consistency without over-mixing.
- Swap proteins for dietary needs: use cooked salmon, tofu, or shredded chicken as alternative protein options for flexible meal preparation.
- Control spice intensity by gradually adding sriracha, allowing diners to customize heat levels according to individual tolerance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer.
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg