Sushi Cake

This Vegan Sushi cake is loaded with fiber-rich brown rice, protein-packed tofu edamame mousse, nutrient-rich veggies, and nori sheets for a umami twist to create a savory cake with sweet notes that is sure to delight your taste buds! Top off your sushi cake with mangoes and furikake seasoning for added flavor. Serve with soy sauce or my oil-free cashew sriracha mayo to elevate your sushi game.

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Why You’ll Love This Vegan Sushi Cake Recipe

Easy to Make:

Don’t let the stunning appearance fool you – the Vegan Sushi Cake is surprisingly easy to make. Yes, you don’t need to spend hours in the kitchen to make this culinary masterpiece. With easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and a few panty staples, you can create this scrumptious cake in no time.

Perfect for Occasions:

The beautifully layered sushi cake is perfect as a stunning centerpiece for any occasion, either it’s a dinner party or a date night. Give this cake as a special gift to sushi lovers on their birthday. A great conversation starter!

Perfect for Various Dietary Needs

This cake is crafted using wholesome plant-based ingredients for a perfect combo of flavors and texture. Suitable for vegans and vegetarians!

Versatile & Packed with Flavor

A perfect combo of wholesome ingredients like brown sushi rice, fresh vegetables, and protein-rich tofu, this dish provides a healthy meal packed with flavors and textures. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables, fruits, or other toppings to create a version that excites your palate.

How to make Vegan Sushi Cake

Let’s dive in to create this delicious masterpiece!

Cook Sushi Rice:

First, cook your sushi rice according to the package directions. Let it cool to room temperature. You can quicken the process by spreading your cooked rice out onto a plate and putting it in the fridge.

Make Tofu Edamame Mousse

Next, make your tofu edamame mousse. Add your tofu, edamame, avocado, and coconut aminos into a blender and blend until smooth. Add water if needed and blend until you reach a mousse consistency.

Cut Nori Sheets

Use a knife to cut your nori into circles using your cake pan as a mould. 

Thinly slice your veggies

Shred the carrots and thinly slice the cucumbers and mangoes.

Assemble the Sushi Cake

Assemble your cake pan by placing 1 sheet of nori at the bottom, followed by a layer of rice, then a cucumber layer, followed by shredded carrots layer.

Place another nori sheet, followed by a layer of rice, sliced mangoes, and your tofu edamame mousse, followed by 1 more layer of nori and 1 more layer of rice.

Garnish & Serve

Top off your cake with some furikake seasoning or sesame seeds, chopped mango, and edamame. Slice and enjoy!

Recipe Tips

• Use any container or cake pan if you do not have a spring foam cake pan. Just make sure to line it with plastic wrap beforehand. This will make it easier to remove the sushi cake once it’s set.
• Serve with soy sauce or my homemade oil-free cashew sriracha mayo. The mayo adds a creamy and spicy kick that perfectly complements the sushi cake flavors.
• Add greens like spinach and kale. Steam the greens for 5 minutes and season with salt and pepper.

Allergies/Substitutions

• Switch up the veggies – While the recipe calls for cucumbers and shredded carrots, you can experiment with different veggies such as bell peppers, green onions, and cabbage for an extra pop of color and texture. 
• Use brown rice for extra nutrients and fibre.
• Make it soy-free by omitting the tofu edamame mouse and simply adding in sliced avocado.
• Use gluten-free soy sauce if you’re following a gluten-free diet.

Can I add different veggies to the Sushi Cake?

This vegan sushi cake can be customized to your liking. While the recipe suggests using cucumber and shredded carrot, you can absolutely experiment with different vegetables to suit your taste and preference. Here are a few ideas:

Avocado: Creamy and rich, avocado is a fantastic addition to a sushi cake. Add thinly sliced avocado or mashed avocado between the rice layers for an elegant touch.

Bell Peppers: Add a pop of color and crunch with thinly sliced bell peppers. Choose red, yellow, and orange to add a pop of color to your sushi cake.

Mix Greens: Consider using baby spinach or kale to incorporate some leafy greens.

Asparagus: Blanch the asparagus spears until tender-crisp, and then place them as a layer in your sushi cake. Asparagus adds an elegant touch and a subtle earthy flavor.

The Best Rice to Make Sushi Cake

Choosing the right type of rice is crucial when making a sushi cake. Sushi rice is the most authentic choice for creating a sushi cake. Also known as short-grain Japanese rice, sushi rice has higher starch content which contributes to the desired stickiness that is essential for sushi.

Facing difficulty finding “sushi rice” in your nearby grocery stores? Don’t fret! Here are some alternatives. Short-grain white rice is a great alternative if you can’t find sushi rice. It has a similar sticky texture.

However, any short or medium grain rice will work fine! I usually prefer short grain brown rice for this sushi cake recipe. Keep in mind that brown rice may be less sticky than white rice, but it still yields delicious results. Another option is Calrose rice (medium-grained), which is readily available in most grocery stores and works well for sushi cakes.

Note: The key is using rice with a higher starch content, which contributes to the desired stickiness.

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