Description

Experience a vibrant explosion of flavors with Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks! This visually stunning dish layers tender shrimp, creamy avocado, and zesty sriracha sauce, creating a delightful culinary masterpiece. Perfect for dinner parties or casual gatherings, your guests will be captivated by both the presentation and taste. Let the layers of fresh ingredients dazzle your palate and impress everyone at the table!

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 ripe avocados
1 cup short-grain sushi rice
4 nori sheets
2 tbsp sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1 cucumber, thinly sliced
2 tbsp rice vinegar
2 green onions, chopped
Soy sauce (for serving)

Instructions

1. Rinse sushi rice under cold water until clear. Cook according to package instructions (1 cup rice to 1.25 cups water) over medium heat until tender.
2. Mix warm rice with rice vinegar in a bowl and set aside.
3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper; cook for 3-4 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
4. Mash avocados with lime juice and salt in a bowl.
5. Cut nori sheets into squares for layering. Start with sushi rice, then avocado, followed by shrimp slices; repeat to build stacks.
6. Drizzle sriracha on top and sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
7. Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 stack (150g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: For added flavor, marinate shrimp in sriracha before cooking. Substitute shrimp with crab or tofu for variations. Store components separately in airtight containers for optimal freshness.