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Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks

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  • Author: lilly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Layering
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Seafood

Description

Delightful spicy shrimp sushi stacks with a balance of textures and flavors, making them a perfect dish for any occasion.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup short-grain sushi rice
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 12 tsp sriracha (to taste)
  • 1 avocado, mashed with lime juice
  • ½ cucumber, finely diced
  • Furikake or sesame seeds (for garnish)


Instructions

  1. Rinse the sushi rice until the water runs clear.
  2. Cook the rice according to your preferred method and season it with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt.
  3. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.
  4. Combine the chopped shrimp with mayonnaise and sriracha, adjusting the spiciness to taste, and chill the mixture.
  5. Mash the avocado with lime juice and a pinch of salt.
  6. Pat the diced cucumber dry with a paper towel.
  7. Layer the rice, then cucumber, followed by avocado, and top with the shrimp mixture in a lightly oiled mold.
  8. Invert the mold onto a plate, tapping gently to release the sushi stacks.
  9. Garnish with spicy mayo, furikake, and herbs or microgreens.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and enjoy customizing the heat with sriracha.