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Vegan Sushi Bake Recipe

4.9 from 59 reviews

This Vegan Sushi Bake is a delicious, plant-based twist on traditional sushi, featuring seasoned sushi rice layered with a spicy vegan mayo sauce, fresh vegetables, and topped with avocado, green onions, sesame seeds, and nori. Baked to perfection, it’s a comforting and flavorful dish that’s easy to prepare and perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

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Rice Mixture

  • 2 cups cooked short-grain sushi rice
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Spicy Mayo Sauce

  • 1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari

Toppings and Garnish

  • 1 small cucumber, diced
  • 1 small carrot, shredded
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 2 stalks green onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 nori sheets, crumbled or cut into strips
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare baking dish. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare seasoned rice. In a large bowl, combine the cooked sushi rice with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt, mixing gently to evenly distribute the flavors.
  3. Make spicy mayo mixture. In a separate bowl, whisk together vegan mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, and soy sauce or tamari until smooth and well combined.
  4. Layer rice in baking dish. Spread the seasoned rice evenly into the prepared baking dish, pressing down gently to compact it and create an even layer.
  5. Add spicy mayo layer. Spoon the spicy mayo mixture over the rice layer and smooth it out evenly with a spatula.
  6. Add vegetable toppings. Distribute shredded carrots and diced cucumbers evenly over the spicy mayo layer.
  7. Bake. Place the dish in the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the top is bubbling and golden at the edges.
  8. Rest after baking. Remove from the oven and let the sushi bake sit for 5 minutes to set and cool slightly for easier serving.
  9. Add final garnishes. Top the baked sushi with diced avocado, chopped green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and crumbled or sliced nori sheets. Optionally, drizzle with lemon juice for added brightness.
  10. Serve warm. Scoop portions from the dish and serve warm for the best flavor and texture experience.

Notes

  • You can adjust the amount of sriracha sauce to control the spice level according to your preference.
  • Use gluten-free tamari if you need to keep the recipe gluten free.
  • Make sure to use short-grain sushi rice for the best texture.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and gently reheated in the oven or microwave.
  • Optional lemon juice brightens flavors but can be omitted if preferred.

Keywords: vegan sushi bake, sushi casserole, plant-based sushi, vegan dinner, baked sushi