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Sushi Cake

45 minServes 4Nutri-Score B€€
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • sushi rice (rinsed and cooked)Grains300 g
  • rice vinegar (for seasoning the rice)Pantry45 ml
  • sugarPantry20 g
  • saltSpices5 g
  • salmon (sashimi-grade, thinly sliced)Fish200 g
  • tuna (sashimi-grade, thinly sliced)Fish150 g
  • cucumber (thinly sliced)Produce1 piece
  • avocado (sliced)Produce1 piece
  • nori sheets (cut into strips)Pantry2 pieces
  • cream cheese (softened)Dairy100 g
  • sesame seeds (toasted)Nuts & seeds10 g
  • soy sauce (for serving)Pantry60 ml
  • wasabi (for serving)Pantry10 g

per serving

Nutrition

428kcal

Carbs
66 g
Proteins
16 g
Fat
11 g
Adapt tools

what you’ll use

Tools

  • Springform pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula

step by step

Method

  1. Cook and season the rice

    • Rinse the sushi rice until the water runs clear, then cook it according to the package instructions.
    • Warm the rice vinegar, sugar and salt until dissolved to make the sushi seasoning.
    • Spread the hot rice in a bowl, pour over the seasoning and fold gently to combine, then let it cool to room temperature.
    Step 1
  2. Prepare the fillings

    • Slice the salmon and tuna into thin sashimi-style slices.
    • Slice the cucumber and avocado, and cut the nori sheets into thin strips.
    • Soften the cream cheese and toast the sesame seeds.
    Step 2
  3. Build the cake

    • Line the springform pan with plastic wrap and press in a first layer of seasoned rice, packing it firmly.
    • Add a layer of cream cheese, cucumber and avocado, then cover with another layer of rice and press down well.
    • Arrange the salmon and tuna slices on top, overlapping them to cover the surface.
    Step 3
  4. Chill and unmold

    • Refrigerate the cake so it holds its shape.
    • Release the pan, remove the wrap and decorate with nori strips and sesame seeds.
    Step 4
  5. Serve

    • Slice the sushi cake into wedges and serve with soy sauce and wasabi.
    Step 5