Crispy Rice Sushi Cupcakes with Smoked Salmon and Avocado
Crispy Rice Sushi Cupcakes with Smoked Salmon and Avocado are a delightful fusion of flavor and texture. Each bite combines the crunch of crispy rice with creamy avocado and savory smoked salmon, making them the perfect appetizer for any gathering. Visually stunning and easy to prepare, these sushi cupcakes will impress your guests and elevate your culinary game.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 3 cups crispy rice cereal
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 cup smoked salmon, cut into strips
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon wasabi paste (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 sheets nori, cut into small pieces
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the avocados and cutting the smoked salmon into strips.
- In a large bowl, mix crispy rice cereal with rice vinegar until combined; it should stick together when pressed.
- Line muffin tins with nori sheets and tightly pack the rice mixture into each cup, pressing down firmly.
- Layer slices of avocado and smoked salmon on top of each rice base.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over each cupcake for added crunch. Serve immediately with wasabi paste and soy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg