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Easy Sushi Cups Recipe

This Easy Sushi Cups Recipe is a fun, no-roll way to enjoy the classic flavors of sushi at home in under 30 minutes. Made with seasoned rice, toasted nori, and a creamy shrimp filling baked in a muffin tin, these portable bites are perfect for appetizers, parties, or quick meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese-Inspired
Calories: 78
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Rice Base
  • 1.5 cups cooked rice short-grain sushi rice is best
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
Shrimp Filling
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled, deveined, and chopped
  • 3 tbsp Kewpie mayo or regular mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp sriracha to 2 tbsp, adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp tamari sauce or soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
Assembly & Toppings
  • 3 sheets toasted nori cut into 4 squares each
  • Optional toppings cubed avocado, sliced cucumber, green onions, jalapeños, sesame seeds

Equipment

  • 12-cup muffin tin
  • Kitchen Scissors
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). If using cold rice, warm slightly, then stir in rice vinegar.
    1.5 cups cooked rice, 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine chopped shrimp, Kewpie mayo, sriracha, tamari, and lime juice until evenly coated.
    1 lb shrimp, 3 tbsp Kewpie mayo, 1 tbsp sriracha, 1 tbsp tamari sauce, 1 tbsp lime juice
  3. Cut each nori sheet into four squares and place one square into each cavity of a 12-cup muffin tin.
    3 sheets toasted nori
  4. Place approx. 2 tablespoons of rice into the center of each nori square, gently folding sides up and pressing down to create a base.
  5. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the shrimp mixture on top of the rice in each cup.
  6. Bake for 14 minutes. Optionally broil for 1 minute for a toasted top.
  7. Cool for a minute, add desired fresh toppings, and serve warm.
    Optional toppings

Notes

Use kitchen scissors to cut nori sheets for cleaner edges and ensure rice is seasoned while warm for better flavor absorption. Add fresh toppings right before serving to prevent them from getting warm.