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Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks

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Delicious and visually stunning Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks combine fresh shrimp, creamy avocado, and spicy mayo layered over sushi rice for a perfect appetizer or light meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup sushi rice, cooked and cooled
  • 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 1 sheet nori, cut into small strips (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and sriracha sauce to make the spicy mayo; set aside.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp, season with salt, and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and chop into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked sushi rice, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Gently mix to season the rice.
  4. To assemble the stacks, use a ring mold or shape by hand. Start with a layer of sushi rice at the bottom.
  5. Add a layer of diced avocado, then a layer of cooked shrimp, drizzling some spicy mayo over the shrimp.
  6. Add a few slices of cucumber on top, sprinkle with green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and nori strips if using.
  7. Carefully remove the ring mold and drizzle additional spicy mayo and soy sauce around the plate for serving.
  8. Serve immediately to enjoy fresh and flavorful sushi stacks.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a dash of wasabi or include pickled ginger as a side. These stacks also pair wonderfully with a cold sake or light white wine.

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