Go Back
–+ servings
Sushi Cups

Sushi Cups: Crispy Fiesta of Flavorful Freshness

Sushi Cups are a delightful blend of savory sushi rice and fresh ingredients, perfect for impressing guests.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sushi Rice
  • 1 cup sushi rice star ingredient for authentic flavor
  • 1.25 cups water for cooking the rice
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar adds tangy depth
  • 1 tablespoon sugar to enhance rice flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt elevates savory notes
For the Wonton Cups
  • 12 pieces wonton wrappers vessel for sushi goodness
  • 1 tablespoon cooking spray or oil for frying or baking
For the Filling
  • 0.5 pound sushi-grade fish (tuna or salmon) fresh catch for flavor
  • 1 piece avocado creamy texture
  • 0.5 piece cucumber julienned for crunch
  • 0.25 cup cream cheese adds richness
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce for umami flavor
  • 1 tablespoon pickled ginger palate cleanser
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for nutty flavor
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions fresh garnish

Equipment

  • Rice cooker
  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse 1 cup of sushi rice under cold water until clear, combine with 1 ¼ cups of water in a rice cooker. Cook for 18-20 minutes.
  2. Transfer rice to a bowl, cool slightly. Whisk together 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sugar, and ½ teaspoon salt. Mix with rice.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray muffin tin, press 12 wonton wrappers into cups. Bake for 8-10 minutes until crisp.
  4. Prepare filling with ½ pound diced sushi-grade fish, 1 diced avocado, ½ julienned cucumber, and ¼ cup softened cream cheese. Mix well.
  5. Fill wonton cups with sushi rice, top with fish mixture, drizzle with soy sauce.
  6. Garnish with pickled ginger, sesame seeds, and green onions. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed immediately after assembling for optimal crunch.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!