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Vegan Sushi Bake
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
A quick and easy Vegan Sushi Bake featuring layers of perfectly seasoned sushi rice, a creamy and savory plant-based filling with tofu or chickpeas, fresh veggies, and avocado, baked into a golden, bubbly casserole. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining, this dish delivers all the flavors and textures of sushi without the fuss of rolling.
Ingredients
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Sushi Rice Base
- 2 cups short-grain sushi rice
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Filling
- 14 oz firm tofu (crumbled) or 1 can chickpeas (mashed)
- 1/3 cup vegan mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 1–2 teaspoons sriracha or vegan-friendly hot sauce (to taste)
Vegetables and Toppings
- 1 ripe avocado, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 large carrot, thinly sliced or shredded
- 2–3 nori sheets or 2 tablespoons seaweed flakes, crumbled
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the sushi rice: Cook sushi rice according to package instructions until tender and slightly sticky. While still warm, gently fold in rice vinegar, sugar, and salt to achieve authentic sushi rice flavor. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Make the filling: In a bowl, crumble firm tofu or mash chickpeas. Add vegan mayonnaise, soy sauce, and sriracha, then mix well until creamy and flavorful. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Assemble the bake: Spread the prepared sushi rice evenly in a baking dish, pressing gently to form an even base. Layer the tofu or chickpea filling on top. Add thin slices of avocado, cucumber, and carrots evenly over the filling.
- Bake to perfection: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the sushi bake for 15-20 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly. For extra crispness, broil for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and crumbled nori or seaweed flakes on top. Serve warm and enjoy your vegan sushi bake!
Notes
- Use warm rice to help layers stick and enhance flavor.
- Don’t overmix tofu to preserve texture; fold ingredients gently.
- Distribute layers evenly for balanced flavors in every bite.
- Adjust spice level with sriracha or hot sauce to your preference.
- Let the bake rest 5-10 minutes after baking to firm up for easier serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg