Deconstructed Sushi Stacks (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Shrimp Ingredients

01 - 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
03 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
04 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
05 - ½ teaspoon ginger powder
06 - 1 teaspoon sriracha (adjust for spice preference)

→ Sushi Rice

07 - 2 cups cooked sushi rice
08 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
09 - 1 teaspoon sugar
10 - ½ teaspoon salt

→ Spicy Mayo

11 - ¼ cup mayonnaise
12 - 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust for spice preference)
13 - 1 teaspoon lime juice

→ Avocado Layer

14 - 1 large avocado, mashed
15 - ½ teaspoon lime juice
16 - Pinch of salt

→ Garnish

17 - 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (black or white)
18 - 1 green onion, thinly sliced
19 - 1 teaspoon furikake (optional)
20 - Extra sriracha or soy sauce for serving

# Instructions:

01 - If not already cooked, prepare the sushi rice according to package instructions. While still warm, mix in the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Set aside to cool.
02 - In a pan over medium heat, add the sesame oil. Toss the shrimp with soy sauce, garlic powder, ginger powder, and sriracha, then sauté for 2-3 minutes per side until fully cooked. Remove from heat.
03 - In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice. Adjust spice level as needed.
04 - In another bowl, mash the avocado with lime juice and a pinch of salt until smooth.
05 - Use a greased measuring cup or a food ring mold to assemble the layers. A 1-cup measuring cup works well.
06 - Start with a layer of sushi rice, pressing it down firmly. Add a layer of mashed avocado, spreading it evenly. Place the cooked shrimp on top, pressing lightly.
07 - Invert the stack by carefully turning the cup or mold upside down onto a plate and gently lifting to reveal the layered stack. Drizzle the spicy mayo over the top, then sprinkle with sesame seeds, sliced green onions, and furikake if using.

# Notes:

01 - Prep Time: 15 minutes
02 - Cook Time: 10 minutes
03 - Variations possible with different proteins