Sushi Waffle Fusion Salmon Avocado (Printable)

Crisp, golden waffles topped with sushi-grade fish and vibrant garnishes for a playful fusion meal.

# What You Need:

→ Sushi Rice

01 - 1 cup sushi rice
02 - 1 1/4 cups water
03 - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
04 - 1 tablespoon sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Fillings & Toppings

06 - 3.5 ounces sushi-grade salmon, thinly sliced
07 - 3.5 ounces sushi-grade tuna, thinly sliced
08 - 1 avocado, sliced
09 - 1/2 cucumber, julienned
10 - 2 tablespoons pickled ginger, sliced
11 - 1 sheet nori, cut into thin strips
12 - 2 tablespoons Japanese mayonnaise
13 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
14 - 1 teaspoon wasabi paste (optional)
15 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
16 - 2 tablespoons scallions, finely sliced

# How To Cook:

01 - Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine rice and water in a saucepan, bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes.
02 - In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Gently fold the mixture into the warm rice using a spatula. Cool the rice to room temperature.
03 - Preheat the waffle iron. Lightly grease the plates with a small amount of oil or nonstick spray.
04 - Spoon an even layer of seasoned sushi rice (about 1/2 cup per waffle) onto the waffle iron. Close and cook for 5–7 minutes, or until the rice is golden and crisp.
05 - Carefully remove the rice waffle from the iron and place on a plate. Repeat with the remaining rice.
06 - Top each rice waffle with slices of salmon, tuna, avocado, and cucumber. Drizzle with Japanese mayonnaise and soy sauce.
07 - Garnish with pickled ginger, nori strips, toasted sesame seeds, scallions, and a touch of wasabi if desired. Serve immediately for best texture.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Uses classic sushi flavors in a playful new form
  • Pairs hot crispy rice with cool salmon and veggies
  • Quick to prepare with basic equipment like a waffle iron
  • Customizable for pescatarians or vegetarians
  • Easy to make ahead and assemble last-minute
02 -
  • High in protein and healthy fats
  • Gluten free with the right soy sauce
  • Adapts easily for vegetarians
03 -
  • Always triple rinse the rice to avoid gummy waffles
  • Let waffle iron get extra hot for best color and texture
  • Mix up toppings to your taste and use the freshest seasonal produce available

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