TikTok Shrimp Sushi Bake Cups

Short Description

Mini sushi bake cups filled with seasoned rice and spicy shrimp, baked until golden-crispy then topped with creamy mayo drizzle, sesame seeds, scallions, and avocado—for a fun, handheld sushi-inspired snack.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Cute, portable cups perfect for parties or snacks
• Vibrant, spicy shrimp coated in a creamy sauce
• Crisp shrimp topping over seasoned rice in crisp nori cups
• Ready in under 30 minutes—no rolling required
• Customizable with garnishes like sesame, scallions, and avocado

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

• Cooking spray
• 3 sheets nori (dry seaweed), quartered into ~8 in squares
• 1 ½ cups warm cooked sushi rice
• 1 teaspoon seasoned rice vinegar
• ⅓ cup Japanese mayonnaise (e.g. Kewpie)
• 1 tablespoon Sriracha chili sauce
• 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar (second portion)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• ⅓ cup seasoned panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• ½ tablespoon white sesame seeds, toasted
• ½ tablespoon black sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions
• ½ avocado, finely chopped

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 °F (200 °C). Lightly spray a muffin tin with cooking spray.
2. Spread warm sushi rice on a rimmed baking sheet to cool slightly. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon seasoned rice vinegar and toss to coat grains.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Sriracha, and the remaining 1 tablespoon vinegar. Transfer ¼ cup of this mixture to a small bowl and reserve.
4. Into the larger portion of mayo mixture, stir in soy sauce and toss shrimp until fully coated.
5. Line each muffin cup with a nori square. With damp hands, press ~2½ tablespoons of rice into the bottom of each cup. Top with about 3 shrimp each. Discard any leftover shrimp sauce.
6. In a small bowl, combine panko and canola oil. After initial bake, sprinkle each shrimp cup with a pinch of panko mixture.
7. Bake for 8 minutes, then add panko topping and return to oven for 6–7 minutes more, until shrimp are cooked through and breadcrumbs are golden.
8. Carefully remove cups from muffin tin onto a serving platter. Drizzle with reserved mayo mixture. Sprinkle with white and black sesame seeds, scallions, and chopped avocado. Serve hot.

Servings And Timing

• Servings: Makes about 8 cups
• Prep Time: ~15 minutes (rice prep, coating shrimp, setting cups)
• Bake Time: ~14–15 minutes total
• Total Time: ~30 minutes

Variations

• Spice adjustment: Swap Sriracha with chili garlic sauce or sambal for different heat levels.
• Crunch boost: Add crushed tempura bits or crispy onions on top with panko.
• Vegetarian option: Replace shrimp with seasoned tofu or imitation crab.
• Rice swaps: Use cauliflower rice or quinoa seasoned with rice vinegar.
• Sauce variations: Mix mayo with a bit of lime juice or wasabi for a zesty twist.

Storage/Reheating

• Store: Leftover cups can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 day. Texture will soften.
• Reheat: Warm in a 350 °F oven for 5–7 minutes or under the broiler briefly to crisp toppings.
• Prep ahead: Assemble rice cups and shrimp separately; combine and bake just before serving.

FAQs

1. Can I Use Frozen Shrimp?

Yes—as long as they’re thawed, patted dry, and deveined. Adjust cooking time as needed.

2. Can I Use Regular Mayo Instead Of Japanese Mayo?

Yes—use standard mayonnaise and optionally add more rice vinegar or a dash of sugar for sweetness.

3. Can I Make These Without a Muffin Tin?

You can shape mini nori cups by hand or use mini ramekins, but filling may roll or leak during baking.

4. How Can I Prevent Rice From Sticking?

Use damp hands or wet plastic wrap to press sushi rice into cups to prevent it from clinging to your hands.

5. Can I Add Cheese?

Yes—a thin layer of melted cheese (like mozzarella or Japanese melting cheese) can be added after panko topping before final bake.

6. Is This Gluten‑Free?

Only if soy sauce and panko breadcrumbs are replaced with gluten‑free alternatives.

7. What Kind of Nori Works Best?

Use standard snappable roasted nori sheets—cut or tear into squares that line each muffin cup.

8. Can I Add Extra Veggies?

Yes—sprinkle chopped scallion tops, shredded carrots or cucumber slices in rice before shrimp.

9. Should I Serve Them Immediately?

Yes—they’re crispiest right from the oven. Garnish right before serving for best texture.

10. Can I Double the Recipe?

Absolutely—double ingredients and bake in multiple muffin tins, ensuring even placement and spacing.

Conclusion

These TikTok Shrimp Sushi Bake Cups deliver bold flavors in a fun, crowd-pleasing format. Spicy shrimp over tangy rice in crispy nori cups, finished with sesame seeds, scallions, and avocado—it’s sushi without rolling. Perfect for appetizers, parties, or quick dinners that feel special.

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