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Viral TikTok Easy Sushi Bake (California Roll Style Casserole)

A generous scoop of creamy sushi bake topped with crispy panko, nori flakes, and fresh green onions, served with sliced avocado.
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Make the viral TikTok sushi bake, a comforting, deconstructed California roll casserole. This easy seafood bake uses seasoned sushi rice, imitation crab, and a creamy topping, perfect for potlucks or quick weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups cooked sushi rice (seasoned with 1/4 cup rice vinegar, 2 tbsp sugar, 1 tsp salt)
  • 8 oz imitation crab (kani), shredded
  • 8 oz cooked salmon, flaked (optional, substitute with more crab or cooked shrimp)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp Sriracha (adjust to taste for spicy mayo)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional, for topping)
  • 2 tbsp furikake seasoning
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • Nori sheets, cut into strips, for serving
  • Avocado slices, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Prepare the sushi rice: While the rice is still warm, mix in the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until fully combined. Spread the seasoned rice evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  3. Prepare the seafood mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded imitation crab, flaked salmon (if using), mayonnaise, softened cream cheese, Sriracha, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix until all ingredients are fully incorporated and creamy.
  4. Spread the creamy seafood mixture evenly over the layer of sushi rice.
  5. If using, sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the seafood layer.
  6. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the topping is hot and lightly golden brown around the edges.
  7. Remove the dish from the oven. Sprinkle generously with furikake seasoning and sliced green onions.
  8. Let the sushi bake cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm by scooping portions onto plates, accompanied by nori sheets and avocado slices for wrapping or topping.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can mix 1 tablespoon of Kewpie mayonnaise into the rice layer before spreading it in the dish.
  • If you prefer a crispier top layer, switch the oven to broil for the last 1 to 2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  • This dish is excellent for meal prep; store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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