Seared Salmon Sushi recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 13 2026
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Seared Salmon Sushi Recipe

Inspired by JOEY DTLA
Time45m
Serves2

fire torched salmon, umami sauce, shaved serrano peppers

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Ingredients

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Sushi Rice

Seared Salmon

Umami Sauce

Toppings

Method

Prepare Sushi Rice

  1. 1

    Rinse and Cook the Rice

    Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and water in a rice cooker and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions.

  2. 2

    Season the Rice

    Once cooked, transfer the rice to a large bowl and mix with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt while the rice is still warm. Let it cool to room temperature.

Prepare Salmon

  1. 3

    Season the Salmon

    Season the salmon fillet with olive oil, salt, and black pepper on both sides.

  2. 4

    Sear the Salmon

    Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the salmon fillet and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked to your liking. Remove from heat.

  3. 5

    Torch the Salmon

    Using a kitchen torch, carefully torch the top of the salmon for a few seconds until it is slightly charred and caramelized.

Make Umami Sauce

  1. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, mirin, and sriracha until well combined.

Assemble Sushi

  1. 7

    Slice the Salmon

    Slice the seared salmon into thin pieces.

  2. 8

    Prepare Serrano Peppers

    Thinly shave the serrano peppers.

  3. 9

    Serve

    On a plate, place a small amount of sushi rice, top with a slice of seared salmon, drizzle with umami sauce, and garnish with shaved serrano peppers.

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