California Roll Sushi Bowls Recipe
This California Roll Sushi Bowl offers all the delicious flavors of a classic California roll in a convenient, deconstructed bowl form. Featuring seasoned sushi rice, imitation crab, fresh cucumber, ripe avocado, and a drizzle of soy sauce and optional sriracha for a spicy kick, this recipe is both quick to prepare and satisfying for sushi lovers craving a simple, no-fuss meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Rice Base
- 1 cup short-grain sushi rice
- 1.5 cups water
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
Fillings & Toppings
- 4 oz imitation crab meat (or real crab)
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- Sriracha (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Rinse and Cook Rice: Thoroughly rinse the short-grain sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Combine rinsed rice with 1.5 cups water in a pot and cook according to package instructions, typically bringing to a boil then simmering covered until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
- Season the Rice: While the rice is still warm, transfer it to a bowl and gently fold in rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Mix well to evenly season the rice, mimicking the flavor of traditional sushi rice.
- Prepare Vegetables and Crab: Slice the cucumber into thin pieces and dice the ripe avocado. Set these aside. Flake or chop the imitation crab meat if needed.
- Assemble the Bowls: In serving bowls, layer the seasoned sushi rice as the base. Top generously with sliced cucumber, diced avocado, and imitation crab meat arranged attractively.
- Add Flavor Enhancers: Drizzle each bowl with low-sodium soy sauce for depth of flavor. Add sriracha to taste if a spicy kick is desired.
- Serve: Serve the sushi bowls immediately while fresh to enjoy the crisp vegetables and creamy avocado with the seasoned rice and crab.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe avocado for the best texture and flavor.
- Feel free to substitute imitation crab with cooked real crab meat if preferred.
- Sushi rice must be rinsed thoroughly and cooked properly to get the right sticky texture.
- The amount of sriracha can be adjusted or omitted for a milder taste.
- For vegan variation, omit crab and use tofu or additional vegetables instead.
- Low-sodium soy sauce helps keep salt content moderate, but regular soy sauce can be used if preferred.
Keywords: California roll, sushi bowl, sushi rice, imitation crab, avocado, cucumber, easy sushi recipe
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