Fish Roll Mentai Bake

Creamy and savory fish roll mentai bake topped with a rich Japanese-style sauce—perfect for trendy comfort food menus and viral food content.

Servings: 2 - 3 Portions

Ingredients

For the base:

• 2 cups Japanese rice (cooked, warm)

• 1 tbsp butter

• 1 tsp soy sauce

  
  

For the fish roll:

• 3 Seafoodking fish rolls, sliced into bite-sized pieces

  
  

For the mentai sauce:

• 4 tbsp mayonnaise

• 2 tbsp chili sauce (adjust to taste)

• 1 tsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp lemon juice

• 1–2 tbsp tobiko (optional, for authentic flavor)

  
  

For topping:

• Mozzarella cheese, shredded (optional)

• Nori sheets, cut into strips

• Chopped spring onions

  
  

Instructions

1. Prepare the rice base

   Mix warm rice with butter and soy sauce until well combined. Transfer into a heatproof baking dish and gently press to form an even layer.

   
   

2. Add the fish roll

   Arrange sliced fish roll evenly over the rice.

   
   

3. Make the mentai sauce

   In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, chili sauce, soy sauce, lemon juice, and tobiko. Mix until smooth and creamy.

   
   

4. Assemble

   Spread or pipe the mentai sauce generously over the fish roll layer. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top if using.

   
   

5. Bake / Torch

   Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 10–12 minutes, or until heated through. For a golden finish, torch the top until slightly caramelized.

   
   

6. Garnish & serve

   Top with nori strips and chopped spring onions. Serve warm.

   
   

Chef Tips

• Use a blowtorch for that signature “aburi” look—more appealing for content.

• Adjust chili sauce level depending on your target market (mild vs spicy).

• Serve with extra nori sheets for wrapping (DIY handroll style).