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Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks – Bold, Layered & Totally Addictive

These Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks are a fun and flavorful twist on traditional sushi—layered with seasoned rice, creamy avocado, spicy shrimp, and a drizzle of sriracha mayo. Easy to assemble and packed with texture, they’re perfect for sushi lovers who want all the flavor without the rolling. Great for entertaining, meal prep, or a creative weeknight dinner, these stacks deliver restaurant-style flair with minimal effort. Fresh, fiery, and totally crave-worthy!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer, Light Main Dish
Cuisine Fusion, Japanese-inspired
Servings 4 individual stacks (appetizer portions) or 2–3 larger stacks (main dish portions)
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Rice cooker or pot
  • Measuring cup or ring mold
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Plate for inverting stack

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup short-grain sushi rice
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1–2 tsp sriracha (to taste)
  • 1 avocado, mashed with lime juice
  • ½ cucumber, finely diced
  • Furikake or sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Optional: soy sauce, microgreens, scallions

Instructions
 

  • Cook the Rice: Rinse rice until water runs clear. Cook and season with vinegar, sugar, and salt while warm. Let cool to room temp.
  • Prepare Shrimp: Mix chopped shrimp with mayo and sriracha. Chill.
  • Mash Avocado: Combine with lime juice and a pinch of salt.
  • Dice Cucumber: Pat dry to remove excess moisture.
  • Layer: In a lightly oiled mold or cup, layer rice, cucumber, avocado, then shrimp. Press gently.
  • Invert: Place plate on top, flip, and tap to release.
  • Garnish: Drizzle spicy mayo, sprinkle furikake, and add herbs or microgreens.

Notes

  • Use Kewpie mayo for extra richness.
  • Adjust spice level to taste.
  • For gluten-free: use tamari and certified GF mayo.
  • For low-carb: swap rice with cauliflower rice.
  • Best served fresh; store components separately for up to 2 days.
Keyword easy sushi, no-roll sushi, shrimp recipes, spicy shrimp, sushi appetizer, Sushi stack