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California Sushi Bowls

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These California Sushi Bowls are a fresh, easy, and delicious alternative to traditional sushi rolls. Featuring tender imitation crab, creamy avocado, seasoned sushi rice, and a spicy mayo drizzle, this dish offers a satisfying combination of flavors that’s perfect for a light meal or appetizer. Ready in under 30 minutes, this customizable recipe is a must-try for sushi lovers and beginners alike.

  • Total Time: 23 minutes
  • Yield: 4 bowls

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups dry Calrose Sushi Rice

2 cups water

1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar (Marukan)

1/4 cup Japanese mayonnaise

2 teaspoons sriracha

8 oz imitation crab, chopped into small pieces

1/2 cup diced English cucumber

12 nori sheets, chopped or crumbled into small pieces (add more if you’d like)

1 large avocado, peeled and sliced

Black and toasted sesame seeds for garnish

1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce for serving

Nori Furikake

Instructions

  • Rinse the 1 1/2 cups of sushi rice in a mesh sifter until the water runs clear.

  • Add the rice to a rice cooker with 2 cups of water and cook according to your rice cooker’s instructions.

  • Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a rimmed baking sheet and pour 1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar over it. Use a rice paddle to gently fold the vinegar into the rice, being careful not to mash the rice. Let the rice cool completely.

  • In a small bowl, prepare the spicy mayo by combining 1/4 cup Japanese mayonnaise with 2 teaspoons of sriracha. Stir well to combine.

  • While the rice is cooling, chop the 8 oz of imitation crab meat and 1/2 cup of English cucumber into small pieces. Break up a few pieces of nori sheets into small bits.

  • In serving bowls, add a scoop of the cooled sushi rice. Top with the chopped crab, cucumber, and sliced avocado.

  • Drizzle the spicy mayo over the ingredients and garnish with chopped nori, sesame seeds, and furikake.

  • Serve with a side of low-sodium soy sauce for dipping, and enjoy!

Notes

  • For variations, feel free to swap in cooked shrimp, tuna, or even tofu for the imitation crab.

  • Additional veggies like shredded carrots, radishes, or edamame can be added for extra crunch.

  • You can adjust the spice level of the mayo by adding more or less sriracha, or even including jalapeños for an extra kick.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 8 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course, Appetizer
  • Method: No-cook, Quick
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Gluten Free