SPICY SHRIMP SUSHI STACKS

Ingredients

For the Shrimp:

• 1/2 lb cooked shrimp, chopped
• 1 tbsp sriracha
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise (preferably Kewpie mayo)
• 1 tsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp lime juice (optional)

For the Sushi Rice:

• 1 cup sushi rice, cooked
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt

Other Layers:

• 1 avocado, diced
• 1/2 cucumber, finely diced or julienned
• 1/2 sheet nori, finely chopped (optional)
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds (white or black)
• 1 tbsp green onions, chopped
• Optional: pickled ginger, wasabi, or extra sriracha for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the sushi rice:
   • While the rice is still warm, gently mix in the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt.
   • Let cool to room temperature.
2. Make the spicy shrimp:
   • In a bowl, combine chopped shrimp, sriracha, mayo, soy sauce, and lime juice.
   • Mix well until evenly coated. Refrigerate until ready to use.
3. Prep other layers:
   • Dice avocado and cucumber, and sprinkle with a little lime juice to prevent browning.
4. Assemble the stacks (using a round mold or ramekin):
   • Layer 1 (bottom): Spoon a layer of seasoned sushi rice and press down gently.
   • Layer 2: Add diced cucumber and chopped nori.
   • Layer 3: Add diced avocado.
   • Layer 4 (top): Add spicy shrimp mixture.
5. Carefully remove mold:
   • Press down slightly and gently lift the mold straight up to reveal the stacked layers.
6. Garnish:
   • Sprinkle sesame seeds, green onions, and drizzle extra sriracha or spicy mayo on top.
7. Serve:
   • Enjoy immediately with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi on the side.

Would you like a vegetarian version of this sushi stack as well?