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Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks

Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks: A Bold Flavor Adventure at Home

Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks offer an effortless way to enjoy sushi at home. This gluten-free and low-carb dish features layered sticky rice, creamy avocado, and seasoned shrimp for a delightful twist.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 stacks
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Sushi Base
  • 1 cup Sushi Rice Short-grained rice that becomes sticky when cooked.
  • 1.25 cups Water For cooking the rice.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Adds tanginess.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Optional for balancing vinegar.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Essential for seasoning.
For the Filling
  • 1 ripe Avocado Mashed for layering.
  • 0.5 cups Cucumber Diced for layering.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Brightens the mixture.
  • 1 cup Cooked Shrimp Diced and seasoned.
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise For creaminess.
  • 1-2 tablespoons Sriracha Add based on spice preference.
For the Finishing Touch
  • to taste Furikake Japanese seasoning for umami.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • small bowl
  • Spatula
  • round mold

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks
  1. Rinse 1 cup of sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine the washed rice with 1 ¼ cups of water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  2. In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar with 1 tablespoon of sugar and ½ teaspoon of salt until dissolved. Once cooled, gently fold this mixture into the sushi rice.
  3. Mash 1 ripe avocado in a bowl until creamy, then add in ½ cup of diced cucumber and 1 tablespoon of lime juice. Mix until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, combine 1 cup of diced cooked shrimp, 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise, and 1-2 tablespoons of sriracha, stirring until shrimp is evenly coated.
  5. Layer the stacks using a round mold: start with 1/3 cup sushi rice, press down, add the avocado and cucumber mixture, then the spicy shrimp. Repeat until the mold is filled.
  6. Carefully remove the mold and sprinkle the top with furikake. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stackCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Lightly coat your mold with oil to ensure easy release, and refrigerate the assembled stacks for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.

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