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Crispy Rice Spicy Salmon

Crispy Rice Spicy Salmon combines crunchy sushi rice with creamy spicy salmon and avocado.This easy appetizer is inspired by popular sushi restaurants.Perfect for parties, sushi nights, or special occasions.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Japanese-inspired

Ingredients
  

Crispy Rice Cakes

  • cups cooked sushi rice
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • Oil for frying

Spicy Salmon

  • 8 ounces sushi-grade salmon or ahi tuna
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons green onions sliced
  • 2 teaspoons lime juice
  • 1 –2 tablespoons sriracha
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 large avocado
  • 1 teaspoon wasabi paste
  • Sliced jalapeños
  • Sushi ginger
  • Toasted sesame seeds

Instructions
 

  • Add the cooked sushi rice to a large bowl.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the rice vinegar, sugar, and kosher salt. Heat until warm and stir until dissolved.
  • Pour the vinegar mixture over the rice and gently fold until fully absorbed.
  • Line a 9×5-inch baking dish with plastic wrap and press the rice evenly into the pan using a rice paddle or spatula.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
  • Finely chop the sushi-grade salmon into small cubes and place in a medium bowl.
  • Add mayonnaise, lime juice, sriracha, sesame oil, soy sauce, and green onions. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to assemble.
  • Remove the chilled rice from the pan and cut into 15 equal rectangles. Wet the knife between cuts to prevent sticking.
  • Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Fry the rice rectangles for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
  • Transfer the crispy rice cakes to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Mash the avocado with wasabi paste and a pinch of salt.
  • Spread a small spoonful of avocado mixture onto each crispy rice cake.
  • Top with a heaping spoonful of spicy salmon.
  • Garnish with jalapeños, toasted sesame seeds, and sushi ginger before serving.

Notes

  • Kewpie mayonnaise gives the spicy salmon mixture extra richness.
  • Add cucumber slices for fresh crunch.
  • Serve with soy sauce, pickled ginger, or extra sriracha.
  • For a milder version, reduce the wasabi and sriracha.
  • Leftover spicy salmon can be used in sushi bowls or wraps.