TikTok Salmon Sushi Bake

This easy TikTok-inspired Salmon Sushi Bake is the ultimate crowd-pleasing dish! It’s a warm, creamy, and savory casserole layered with seasoned sushi rice, shredded salmon, imitation crab, and a spicy mayo topping. Serve it with seaweed snacks for a fun, deconstructed sushi experience that’s perfect for parties or a cozy night in!

📝 Ingredients

• 2 cups sushi rice (uncooked)
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp white sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 10 oz crab (imitation)
• 8 oz cooked salmon (about 2 cups shredded)
• 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
• 1/3 cup Sriracha mayo (see notes for substitution)
• Furikake (for topping)
• Seaweed snacks (for serving)
• Sesame seeds (optional)
• Green onions (chopped, for garnish)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Cook the sushi rice according to the package instructions.
2. 2In a microwave-safe bowl, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Microwave for 30 seconds or until dissolved, then mix into the cooked rice and set aside.
3. 3Season salmon with salt and pepper, then air fry at 400°F for 10–12 minutes or bake at 375°F for 15–17 minutes.
4. 4In a large bowl, shred the cooked salmon and imitation crab with a fork.
5. 5Add cream cheese and Sriracha mayo to the seafood mixture and stir until smooth and creamy.
6. 6Preheat oven to 400°F. Spread the seasoned rice into a greased 9x9 or 9x13 baking dish and press down evenly.
7. 7Sprinkle furikake over the rice, then layer the creamy salmon mixture on top and smooth it out.
8. 8Bake for 10–15 minutes, then top with more Sriracha mayo, furikake, sesame seeds, and green onions. Serve warm with seaweed snacks.