Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks
Experience a burst of flavor with Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks, where fresh shrimp meets spicy sauce, layered with creamy avocado and crunchy cucumber. This delightful dish is perfect for gatherings or a cozy dinner, combining vibrant textures and tastes that will leave everyone wanting more. Easy to prepare, these sushi stacks are not only visually appealing but also create lasting memories around the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing/Rolling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large deveined shrimp
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 1 ¼ cups water
- 2 sheets nori (seaweed)
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise (preferably Japanese)
- 2 tbsp Sriracha sauce (adjust for spice preference)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp cooking oil
Instructions
- Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear. Combine with water in a saucepan, bring to boil, then reduce heat. Cover and cook for about 18 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and sauté shrimp seasoned with salt and pepper for 3–4 minutes until pink and opaque. Let cool slightly.
- Mix mayonnaise, Sriracha, and rice vinegar in a bowl; set aside.
- On nori sheets cut into squares, layer sushi rice, cucumber slices, avocado, and shrimp. Drizzle with spicy sauce.
- Roll tightly and gently press to maintain shape; repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Serve on plates drizzled with any leftover sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 2 stacks (200g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg