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Easy California Roll Sushi Bowls

Fresh and Flavorful Easy California Roll Sushi Bowls at Home

This Easy California Roll Sushi Bowls recipe combines creamy avocado, tender imitation crab, and crisp cucumber over perfectly seasoned sushi rice for a delightful meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Sushi Rice
  • 1 cup sushi rice high-quality for best texture
  • 1.5 cups water
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar unseasoned recommended
  • 2 tablespoons sugar regular sugar works best
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust according to taste
For the Toppings
  • 8 ounces imitation crab or real crab meat tofu as vegetarian substitute
  • 0.5 cucumber english cucumbers recommended
  • 1 ripe avocado select ripe for best taste
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce tamari for gluten-free alternative
  • to taste sriracha optional for spice

Equipment

  • Rice Cooker
  • large bowl
  • Wooden Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy California Roll Sushi Bowls
  1. Begin by thoroughly rinsing sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a rice cooker, combine rinsed rice with water, and cook according to manufacturer's instructions.
  2. Transfer the cooked sushi rice into a bowl, adding rice vinegar, sugar, and salt while warm. Gently fold to combine and allow to cool to room temperature.
  3. While the rice cools, slice cucumber into thin strips and dice the avocado, setting aside until ready to assemble.
  4. In serving bowls, start with a scoop of seasoned sushi rice as the base. Layer on cucumber slices and diced avocado, then add your choice of protein.
  5. Combine soy sauce with sriracha in a small bowl. Drizzle over each assembled bowl.
  6. Serve immediately while the rice is still warm and the vegetables remain crisp, optionally with pickled ginger and wasabi.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Rinse rice thoroughly and allow seasoned rice to cool before assembling to keep vegetables fresh.

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