Description
This Spicy Salmon Sushi Roll-Ups recipe is a quick and flavorful Japanese-inspired appetizer featuring just five simple ingredients. With seasoned sushi rice, flaked salmon, creamy avocado, and a spicy mayo drizzle, these roll-ups are perfect for an easy, no-cook meal or snack that packs a punch of taste and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice
- 1 cup cooked sushi rice (seasoned with rice vinegar)
Main Ingredients
- 4 ounces canned or cooked salmon (flaked)
- 2 sheets nori (seaweed)
- 1 avocado (sliced)
Spicy Mayo
- 2 tablespoons spicy mayo (mix mayonnaise with sriracha to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Nori and Rice: Lay a sheet of nori on a flat surface or bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down. Spread half the cooked sushi rice evenly over the nori, leaving about 1 inch at the top edge clear to help seal the roll later.
- Add Fillings: In the center of the rice, layer half of the flaked salmon, drizzle with spicy mayo, and place a few avocado slices on top, ensuring the ingredients are evenly distributed for a balanced bite.
- Roll the Sushi: Carefully roll up the sushi tightly from the bottom, applying gentle pressure to keep the roll compact and secure. Wet the top edge of the nori with a little water to seal the roll firmly.
- Repeat for Second Roll: Repeat the above steps with the second sheet of nori, rice, salmon, spicy mayo, and avocado.
- Slice and Serve: Using a sharp, wet knife, carefully slice each roll into 6–8 bite-sized pieces. Serve immediately with extra spicy mayo or soy sauce if desired for dipping.
Notes
- Use canned wild salmon for convenience or substitute with cooked or smoked salmon.
- For extra flavor and texture, add thin slices of cucumber, chopped green onion, or toasted sesame seeds inside the roll.
- If you don’t have a bamboo sushi mat, use plastic wrap and a kitchen towel to help roll the sushi tightly.
