Vegan Sushi Bake Recipe You'll Crave Every Week is a deliciously creamy and comforting dish that’s easy to make at home. This sushi bake combines fluffy seasoned rice with savory plant-based toppings for a crowd-pleaser texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, it’s beginner-friendly and budget-conscious. Pair it with my Crispy Mini Focaccia for a perfect dinner side combo.
Why You'll Love Vegan Sushi Bake Recipe You'll Crave Every Week – Easy & Delicious Comfort Food
Discover the Vegan Sushi Bake Recipe You'll Crave Every Week – an easy, homemade, and comforting vegan dish perfect for weeknight meals and meal prep.
- Comforting, creamy, and packed with umami flavors.
- Easy to prepare with pantry staples and simple ingredients.
- Perfect for vegan meal prep and delicious leftovers.
- Family-friendly and beginner-friendly sushi twist without the rolling.
Ingredients for Vegan Sushi Bake Recipe You'll Crave Every Week – Easy & Delicious Comfort Food
Sushi rice: Use short-grain sushi rice for the best sticky texture; substitute with brown sushi rice for extra fiber.Vegan mayonnaise: Best to use a creamy, flavorful brand; tofu can substitute for a lighter option but mayonnaise gives that rich texture.
- Sushi rice: Use short-grain sushi rice for the best sticky texture; substitute with brown sushi rice for extra fiber.
- Vegan mayonnaise: Best to use a creamy, flavorful brand; tofu can substitute for a lighter option but mayonnaise gives that rich texture.
Ingredient Note: Full measurements for Vegan Sushi Bake Recipe You'll Crave Every Week – Easy & Delicious Comfort Food are listed in the printable recipe card below.
How to Make Vegan Sushi Bake Recipe You'll Crave Every Week – Easy & Delicious Comfort Food
Step 1 — Prep & Preheat
Cook the sushi rice: Rinse 2 cups sushi rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine rice with 2 1/2 cups water in a pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 10 minutes.
Step 2 — Cook and Build Flavor
Season the rice: In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt. Gently fold this mixture into the cooked rice until well combined. Let cool.
Step 3 — Finish, Taste, and Adjust
Prepare tofu topping: In a separate bowl, mix crumbled tofu with vegan mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, garlic powder, and ginger powder. Adjust sriracha to your preferred heat level.
Expert Tips for Vegan Sushi Bake Recipe You'll Crave Every Week – Easy & Delicious Comfort Food
- Rinsing sushi rice well removes excess starch for perfect sticky texture.
- Let rice cool slightly before assembling to prevent the vegan mayo from melting too much.
- Use a non-stick spray or parchment paper in the baking dish for easy cleanup.
Vegan Sushi Bake Recipe You'll Crave Every Week – Easy & Delicious Comfort Food
Discover the Vegan Sushi Bake Recipe You'll Crave Every Week – an easy, homemade, and comforting vegan dish perfect for weeknight meals and meal prep.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups sushi rice (uncooked)
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 1 cup vegan mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp sriracha (or to taste)
- 1 cup firm tofu, crumbled
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup diced avocado
- 1/4 cup nori sheets, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Seasonings & Flavor Boosters
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ginger powder
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Optional Toppings
- Thinly sliced scallions
- Extra sriracha sauce
- Pickled ginger
- Additional nori strips
Instructions
How to Make Vegan Sushi Bake Recipe You'll Crave Every Week
- Cook the sushi rice: Rinse 2 cups sushi rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine rice with 2 1/2 cups water in a pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 10 minutes.
- Season the rice: In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt. Gently fold this mixture into the cooked rice until well combined. Let cool.
- Prepare tofu topping: In a separate bowl, mix crumbled tofu with vegan mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, garlic powder, and ginger powder. Adjust sriracha to your preferred heat level.
- Assemble the sushi bake: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a greased 8x8 baking dish, spread half the rice evenly. Layer the tofu mixture on top, then the rest of the rice. Drizzle sesame oil and sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped nori on top.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 15 minutes until slightly golden and heated through.
- Add fresh toppings and serve: Remove from oven and top with diced avocado, cucumber, shredded carrots, scallions, and extra sriracha if desired. Serve warm with optional pickled ginger and nori strips.
Nutrition (per serving)
Storage, Freezing & Reheating
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended (texture changes).
- Serve/Reheat: Best chilled or at room temperature.
Vegan Sushi Bake Recipe You'll Crave Every Week – Easy & Delicious Comfort Food FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the rice and tofu mixture a day ahead and assemble right before baking to keep the topping fresh and creamy.
You can use mashed avocado or a cashew cream sauce as a healthier alternative, though it changes the creamy texture slightly.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days for best quality.
Dry sushi bake usually means it was overbaked or too little mayo was used; soggy may be from excess liquid in toppings or undercooked rice.
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