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California Roll Sushi Bowls

California Roll Sushi Bowls: Quick, Fresh & Totally Customizable

California Roll Sushi Bowls offer fresh flavors in a customizable bowl, perfect for sushi lovers and picky eaters alike.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Sushi Rice
  • 1 cup Sushi Rice Use high-quality sushi rice for the perfect texture.
  • 1.5 cups Water
  • 3 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Essential for seasoning.
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Enhances the overall taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to your liking.
For the Bowl Assembly
  • 8 oz Crab Meat Use imitation crab for convenience or real crab to elevate the taste.
  • 1/2 whole Cucumber Slice thinly for crunch.
  • 1 whole Avocado Choose ripe avocados; dice right before serving.
For Topping & Flavoring
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Drizzle for umami flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Optional for a spicy twist.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Sprinkle for added texture.
  • 1 sheet Nori Strips Optional topping.

Equipment

  • Rice cooker
  • Large Bowl
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Rinse sushi rice under cold water until water runs clear, then combine in a rice cooker with water and cook according to instructions.
  2. Transfer cooked rice to a bowl, mix together rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved, then fold into rice.
  3. Slice cucumber thinly and dice avocado right before serving.
  4. Scoop seasoned sushi rice into bowls and layer with cucumber, avocado, and crab meat.
  5. Combine soy sauce with sriracha if desired, drizzle over bowls, and serve immediately.
  6. Encourage guests to mix their bowls, and offer sesame seeds or nori strips on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and assemble bowls just before serving to maintain freshness.

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