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Tasty Sushi Cups Recipe

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These Sushi Cups are a fun, bite-sized twist on traditional sushi rolls, combining seasoned rice, fresh veggies, and your choice of protein, all baked into a convenient cup. They are customizable to suit various dietary preferences, offering a creative take on classic sushi that’s perfect for lunch, snacks, or appetizers.

Ingredients

  1. 2 cups cooked sushi rice (or short-grain rice)
  2. 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  3. 1 tablespoon sugar
  4. 1/2 teaspoon salt
  5. 1/2 cup cucumber, julienned
  6. 1/2 cup carrots, julienned
  7. 1/2 avocado, sliced
  8. 1/4 cup cooked shrimp, crab meat, or tofu (for a vegetarian option)
  9. 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  10. 1 sheet nori (seaweed), cut into small strips (optional)
  11. 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  12. 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  13. 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  14. 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  15. 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  16. 1 teaspoon water (to thin the sauce)

Instructions

In a bowl, combine the cooked rice, rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Stir gently to mix, and let the rice cool to room temperature while you prepare the other ingredients.

  1. Julienne the cucumber and carrots, slice the avocado, and prepare your choice of protein (shrimp, crab, or tofu). If using tofu, you can pan-fry or bake it for extra flavor.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin or line it with parchment paper. Spoon a small amount of rice into each muffin cup, pressing it down gently to form a base. Top with cucumber, carrots, avocado, and protein. Sprinkle sesame seeds and add strips of nori if desired.
  3. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cups are warm and slightly crispy around the edges. Alternatively, serve raw if you prefer.
  4. To prepare the soy-ginger sauce, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, sesame oil, ginger, and water. Adjust the sweetness and saltiness to taste.
  5. Once the cups are ready, remove from the oven and let them cool slightly. Drizzle with the soy-ginger sauce and garnish with additional sesame seeds, nori strips, or fresh cilantro.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  1. For a spicier version, add sriracha sauce or chili peppers to the cups or sauce.
  2. Feel free to customize the fillings with different veggies or proteins.
  3. For a vegan option, replace the shrimp or crab with tempeh or edamame, and use maple syrup instead of honey.
  4. Serve with additional soy-ginger sauce for dipping or drizzling.

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