Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks, a vibrant dish that combines succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and crunchy cucumber layered over sticky sushi rice. Perfect for entertaining or a cozy night in, these stacks are a feast for the eyes and the palate. With a spicy kick from Sriracha and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, this recipe is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 1 ¼ cups water
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tbsp Sriracha sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 ripe avocado (diced)
- 1 firm cucumber (diced)
- 4 sheets nori (cut into squares)
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear. Combine with water in a pot, bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 20 minutes until tender.
- In a bowl, toss shrimp with Sriracha. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat; sauté shrimp for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Dice avocado and cucumber while shrimp cools.
- In small bowls or molds, layer sushi rice at the bottom, followed by cucumber, shrimp, and avocado.
- Carefully remove stacks onto plates. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and drizzle with additional Sriracha if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stack (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate shrimp before cooking. Substitute shrimp with crab or tofu for variations. Assemble stacks just before serving to keep ingredients fresh.