Description
Crispy Chili Crisp Salmon Rice Stacks are flavorful layered rice stacks featuring crispy salmon bites, seasoned sushi rice, creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber, and a spicy chili crisp drizzle for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
Ingredients
- 1 lb salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into small cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1 cucumber, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons chili crisp
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Nori strips for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss salmon cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook salmon for 2-3 minutes per side until crispy and cooked through.
- Combine cooked sushi rice with rice vinegar and sugar. Allow to cool slightly.
- Mix mayonnaise and sriracha in a small bowl to create a spicy mayo.
- Using a food ring mold or measuring cup, press a layer of rice into the bottom.
- Add a layer of diced cucumber and avocado.
- Top with crispy salmon pieces.
- Carefully remove the mold and repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Drizzle each stack with chili crisp and spicy mayo.
- Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and nori strips if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Sushi rice holds its shape best for stacking.
- Air-frying the salmon creates extra crispiness.
- Adjust chili crisp and sriracha to your preferred spice level.
- Add edamame or mango for additional texture and flavor.
- Serve immediately for the freshest taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired