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Vegan Sushi Bake

Delicious Vegan Sushi Bake: Easy Comfort Food Twist

This Vegan Sushi Bake is a delightful way to enjoy sushi flavors without the rolling hassle, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: Japanese, Vegan
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Sushi Rice
  • 2 cups Sushi Rice Short-grain preferred
  • 2 cups Water
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar/Agave Nectar/Coconut Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
For the Tofu Topping
  • 14 ounces Extra-firm Tofu Press and dry
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 2 tablespoons Tamari/Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetarian Oyster Sauce Or hoisin sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha/Sambal Oelek Adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Scallions Chopped, optional
For the Sweet Potato Topping
  • 2 cups Sweet Potatoes Peeled and diced
For the Sauces
  • 1/2 cup Vegan Mayonnaise Choose your favorite brand
  • 1 teaspoon Wasabi Powder/Paste Optional
For Garnishing
  • 1 cup Cucumber Sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds For garnish

Equipment

  • medium pot
  • sauté pan
  • Baking Dish
  • small bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium pot, combine sushi rice, water, salt, rice vinegar, sugar, and sesame oil. Boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes. Let rest covered for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a sauté pan over medium-high heat. Crumble pressed tofu and cook for 7-8 minutes until golden brown. Stir in tamari, oyster sauce, sriracha, and scallions. Cook for 2 more minutes.
  3. In a separate pot, cook sweet potatoes in water and sesame oil over medium heat for about 10-12 minutes until tender. Stir in tamari, maple syrup, and rice vinegar.
  4. Whisk together vegan mayonnaise, sriracha, and wasabi until smooth.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a baking dish, spread sushi rice, then layer tofu, and sweet potatoes. Drizzle with spicy mayo and bake for 15-20 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven, cool for a few minutes, then garnish with cucumber, avocado, scallions, and sesame seeds. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best results, use short-grain sushi rice and press tofu well before cooking. Garnish generously with fresh toppings for enhanced flavor.

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