Description

This Vegan Sushi Bake is a delicious and comforting casserole that brings the flavors of sushi into a warm, easy-to-serve dish. Featuring layers of seasoned sushi rice topped with a creamy, spicy vegan tofu and hearts of palm mixture, this bake is perfect for plant-based eaters craving sushi flavors without the fuss of rolling. Garnished with cucumber, nori, sesame seeds, and optional avocado, this baked sushi casserole is both satisfying and visually appealing.

Ingredients

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Sushi Rice Layer

2 cups cooked sushi rice
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sesame oil

Vegan Topping Mixture

1 cup mashed tofu or vegan cream cheese
1 cup chopped hearts of palm or canned jackfruit (drained)
½ cup vegan mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sriracha (adjust to taste)
1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder

Toppings and Garnishes

1 cup chopped cucumber
1 sheet nori crumbled
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
Sliced green onions for garnish
Additional sriracha and vegan mayonnaise for drizzling
Optional avocado slices for topping

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the sushi casserole.
Prepare Sushi Rice: In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until the sugar dissolves. Stir this seasoning mixture into the cooked sushi rice to flavor it evenly.
Layer Rice: Spread the seasoned sushi rice evenly into a greased or parchment-lined 8×8-inch baking dish, pressing down firmly to form a solid layer. Drizzle sesame oil evenly over the rice.
Make Vegan Topping: In a mixing bowl, combine mashed tofu or vegan cream cheese with chopped hearts of palm or jackfruit, vegan mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix thoroughly until creamy and well combined.
Assemble the Bake: Spread the vegan topping mixture evenly over the rice layer in the baking dish. Then sprinkle the chopped cucumber, crumbled nori, and sesame seeds on top.
Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until the topping is heated through and slightly golden on top.
Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly. Garnish with sliced green onions, additional sriracha, vegan mayonnaise drizzle, and optional avocado slices. Serve warm, accompanied by seaweed sheets for scooping and enjoying the bake sushi-style.

Notes

For a smoky flavor, add a few drops of liquid smoke or use smoked paprika in the tofu mixture.
This dish can be made ahead and reheated before serving for convenience.
Adjust the amount of sriracha to control the heat level to your preference.