First, let’s get this out of the way: this is NOT a cupcake that looks like sushi. It is real sushi that looks like a cupcake. While visiting Honolulu during Christmas week 2013, I encountered this delicious pupu (Hawaiian for small plate dish or appetizer) at my favorite local bar. It was the perfect night to have it since I had been craving for poke and other raw fish (sushi and sashimi) all week.
I promised myself that when I got back to California, I would try to make my version of this delectable dish. It turns out to be quite easy to prepare and not much cooking to do. The next time I host a cocktail party, I would definitely make the sushi cupcakes the mainstay menu item.
I used tuna for this recipe, but you can always substitute it with your favorite raw fish like salmon or mackerel. You can even make it vegetarian, using just cucumber and avocado. The possibilities are endless!