Description
California Sushi Bowls are a fresh, vibrant, and easy-to-make dish that capture the essence of coastal flavors. Perfect for casual dinners or meal prep, these bowls combine tender imitation crab, zesty sushi rice, and colorful vegetables for a light yet satisfying meal. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or enjoy a nutritious lunch, this recipe offers a delightful assembly of textures and tastes in just 23 minutes. Customize your bowl to match your preferences, making it a versatile option for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups dry Calrose Sushi Rice
- 2 cups water
- 1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup Japanese mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons sriracha
- 8 oz imitation crab (chopped)
- 1/2 cup diced English cucumber
- 1 large avocado (sliced)
- Nori sheets (for garnish)
- Black and toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Rinse sushi rice in a mesh sifter until the water runs clear. Cook rice with 2 cups of water in a rice cooker.
- Once cooked, spread rice on a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle with seasoned rice vinegar. Let cool completely.
- Mix Japanese mayonnaise with sriracha in a small bowl until blended.
- Chop imitation crab and dice cucumber while rice cools.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooled sushi rice, crab, cucumber, and avocado. Drizzle with spicy mayo and top with nori and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 25mg