Description
This Vegan Sushi Bake is a comforting, plant-based twist on traditional sushi, combining layers of seasoned sushi rice, flavorful sautéed tofu, and creamy vegan mayo. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it bakes until golden and crispy on top, then is garnished with fresh avocado, green onions, sesame seeds, and nori for an irresistible, easy-to-make sushi-inspired casserole.
Ingredients
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Rice Layer
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp salt
Tofu Layer
- 1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu, pressed and crumbled
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sriracha
Mayo Sauce
- 1/4 cup vegan mayo
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Toppings
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 sheet nori, crushed or finely shredded
- Optional: Pickled ginger and extra sriracha for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the sushi bake.
- Prepare Rice Layer: In a bowl, combine the cooked sushi rice with rice vinegar, maple syrup, and salt. Mix well and press evenly into a lightly greased 8×8-inch baking dish to form the base layer.
- Season Tofu: Toss the crumbled, pressed tofu with soy sauce, sesame oil, and sriracha to infuse rich flavors.
- Sauté Tofu: Heat a pan over medium heat and sauté the tofu mixture for 5–7 minutes until it becomes lightly browned and fragrant, then spread this evenly over the rice layer.
- Prepare Mayo Sauce: Whisk together vegan mayo, lemon juice, and garlic powder in a small bowl, then drizzle half of this sauce over the tofu layer to add creaminess and zest.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 20 minutes until the top is golden and slightly crispy.
- Add Toppings: Remove from oven and top with sliced avocado, chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and shredded nori for added texture and freshness.
- Serve: Drizzle the remaining mayo sauce over the top and serve warm, optionally accompanied by pickled ginger and extra sriracha for an extra kick.
Notes
- Pressing the tofu thoroughly before crumbling ensures better texture and flavor absorption.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha according to your preferred spice level.
- Use vegan mayo to keep the dish fully plant-based.
- For gluten-free option, verify that soy sauce used is gluten-free tamari.
- This dish can be served as a main or a shareable appetizer.
