Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks for a Flavor-Packed Dinner Night

Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks are a colorful and delicious way to enjoy sushi at home, packed with shrimp, avocado, and a zesty spicy mayo.

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Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Japanese

Keyword: Avocado, Easy Dinner, Flavor-Packed, Shrimp, Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks, Sushi

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 15

Resting Time: 10

Total Time: 25

Servings: stacks

Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

Skillet
Pot
Round Mold

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
2 tablespoons soy sauce adds savory depth
1 tablespoon rice vinegar balances flavors
2 teaspoons sugar to enhance flavor
1 tablespoon sesame oil nutty flavor
2 tablespoons sriracha sauce adjust for heat

For the Rice

1 cup sushi rice sticky for stacks
1.5 cups water for cooking rice
1 tablespoon rice vinegar for flavor
0.5 teaspoon salt

For the Layering

1 avocado sliced
1 small cucumber julienned
1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional, for topping
1 fresh cilantro or green onions optional, for garnish

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until clear. Combine with water in a pot, boil, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in rice vinegar and salt, resting covered for 10 minutes.
Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink. Mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and sriracha, drizzle over shrimp, cook for 1 more minute.
For spicy mayo, mix mayonnaise and sriracha in a bowl, adjust for heat preference.
Layer sushi stacks using a mold: start with sushi rice, then shrimp, avocado, and cucumber. Press each layer down gently.
Garnish with sesame seeds and herbs. Drizzle with spicy mayo before serving.

Notes

These sushi stacks are customizable; add veggies or adjust spices as desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheat gently.

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