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Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks

Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks That Wow Your Taste Buds

Discover the fantastic flavors of Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks and elevate your dinner experience!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Seafood
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 4 stacks
Calories 425 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • medium-sized pot
  • round mold or cleaned can
  • Small Bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp

  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce for umami flavor
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar for flavor enhancement
  • 2 teaspoons sugar balances spice
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil adds nutty aroma
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce for kick

For the Rice Layer

  • 1 cup sushi rice sticky rice
  • 1.5 cups water for cooking rice
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar adds acidity
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt for flavor

For the Toppings

  • 1 avocado sliced thinly
  • 1 small cucumber julienned
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional garnish
  • fresh cilantro or green onions optional garnish

Instructions
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

  • Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear. Combine with water in a pot, boil, then simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in rice vinegar and salt, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sauté shrimp until opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and sriracha; pour over shrimp and sauté for an additional minute.
  • Mix mayonnaise and sriracha in a bowl. Adjust spice level to taste. Set aside.
  • Layer the sushi stacks with rice, sautéed shrimp, avocado, and cucumber, pressing down gently.
  • Sprinkle with sesame seeds and garnish with cilantro or green onions. Drizzle with spicy mayo before serving.

Notes

These stacks are best enjoyed fresh. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days, with mayo kept separate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stackCalories: 425kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Easy Dinner, entertaining, Healthy Meal, shrimp, Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks, sushi
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