Description
Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks are a delightful twist on traditional sushi, featuring layers of seasoned rice, spicy shrimp, creamy avocado, and tangy cucumber. These stacked sushi bites are not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
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Spicy Mayo:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Shrimp Filling:
- 1 pound cooked shrimp, chopped
- 1/2 of the prepared spicy mayo
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice, cooled
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- toasted sesame seeds
- nori sheets, sliced into strips (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Spicy Mayo: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, and sesame oil. Set aside.
- Make Shrimp Filling: Mix chopped shrimp with half of the spicy mayo in a bowl.
- Season Cucumber: Toss diced cucumber with rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar in a separate bowl.
- Assemble Stacks: Layer a ring mold with sushi rice, then add spicy shrimp, avocado, and marinated cucumber. Press gently and remove the mold.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with green onions, sesame seeds, and nori strips if desired. Serve with soy sauce and pickled ginger.
Notes
- Chilled sushi rice works best for this recipe.
- Adjust the spiciness of the mayo to suit your taste.
- These sushi stacks are perfect as appetizers or a light meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (plus rice cooking time)
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: No-Cook Assembly
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stack
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
