Description
These Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks are a delightful fusion of flavors, combining the freshness of avocado and cucumber with the kick of spicy shrimp, all layered over seasoned sushi rice. Topped with nori, sesame seeds, and green onions, these sushi stacks are a visually stunning and delicious treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Sushi Rice:
- 1 cup sushi rice, rinsed and cooked
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Shrimp Topping:
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- ½ cup diced cucumber
- 1 sheet nori, finely chopped or crumbled
- Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Sushi Rice: In a small bowl, mix the cooked sushi rice with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Set aside to cool.
- Prepare the Ingredients: Toss diced avocado with lime juice. Mix chopped shrimp with mayonnaise, Sriracha, and soy sauce.
- Assemble the Stacks: Layer seasoned sushi rice, avocado, cucumber, and spicy shrimp in a mold. Top with nori, sesame seeds, and green onions.
- Serve: Gently remove from the mold and place on a plate. Repeat for remaining servings. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add crispy fried onions or tempura flakes as toppings.
- You can substitute shrimp with imitation crab, tuna, or cooked salmon.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less Sriracha to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: No-Cook, Assembly
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stack
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
