Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks 

Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks 🌶️🍤

All the flavors of sushi—without the rolling! Layers of spicy shrimp, sushi rice, avocado, and crunchy toppings in a fun, easy-to-make stack.

Ingredients (Makes 4 stacks)

For the Sushi Rice:

• 1 cup sushi rice, rinsed well

• 1 ¼ cups water

• 2 tbsp rice vinegar

• 1 tbsp sugar

• ½ tsp salt

For the Spicy Shrimp:

• 1 lb cooked shrimp, chopped

• 2 tbsp mayo

• 1-2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)

• 1 tsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp sesame oil

• 1 green onion, finely sliced

For Layering:

• 1 ripe avocado, diced + lime juice

• ½ cup cucumber, finely diced

• ¼ cup carrot, julienned

• Nori (seaweed) strips

• Toasted sesame seeds

• Pickled ginger (optional)

For Serving:

• Soy sauce

• Extra sriracha

• Wasabi

Instructions

1. Cook the Rice

• Combine rice and water in a pot. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 15 mins. Let sit 10 mins.

• Mix vinegar, sugar, and salt. Fold into warm rice. Cool slightly.

2. Make Spicy Shrimp

• In a bowl, mix shrimp, mayo, sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil, and green onion.

3. Assemble Stacks

• Use a ring mold (or small cup) to layer:

  1. Sushi rice (press down lightly).

  2. Avocado + cucumber.

  3. Spicy shrimp.

  4. Carrot + nori + sesame seeds.

• Gently remove mold. Repeat for all stacks.

4. Garnish & Serve

• Drizzle with soy sauce and sriracha. Top with pickled ginger (if using).

🔥 Tips

• Shortcut: Use pre-cooked shrimp or imitation crab.

• Extra crunch: Add tempura flakes or crushed peanuts.

• Make ahead: Prep rice and shrimp mix up to 1 day ahead.

Bold, fresh, and packed with umami! Perfect for sushi lovers who hate rolling. 😉

Pair with: Miso soup or edamame. 🍵

Want it milder? Swap sriracha for kewpie mayo + a dash of paprika! 🌶️➡️😊