Description
A delicious recipe guide for making California Crunch Roll Sushi, featuring a blend of fresh ingredients and a crunchy topping.
Ingredients
- 2 cups sushi rice
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 sheets nori (seaweed)
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
- 1 medium cucumber, julienned
- 1/2 cup imitation crab meat, shredded
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (optional)
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Soy sauce, for serving
- Pickled ginger, for serving
- Wasabi, for serving
Instructions
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and water in a rice cooker and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If using a pot, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes.
- In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt over low heat until dissolved. Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl and gently fold in the vinegar mixture. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.
- Place a bamboo sushi mat on a clean surface. Lay a sheet of nori, shiny side down, on the mat. With wet hands, spread about 1/2 cup of sushi rice evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
- Arrange a few slices of avocado, cucumber, and a line of imitation crab meat across the center of the rice. If desired, mix mayonnaise with sriracha and drizzle some over the filling.
- Using the bamboo mat, carefully roll the sushi away from you, applying gentle pressure to keep it tight. Roll until you reach the uncovered edge of the nori. Moisten the edge with a little water to seal the roll.
- Repeat steps 3-5 with the remaining nori sheets and filling ingredients. Once all rolls are made, use a sharp knife to slice each roll into 6-8 pieces. Wipe the knife with a damp cloth between cuts for cleaner slices.
- In a small skillet over medium heat, toast the panko breadcrumbs until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Sprinkle the toasted panko over the sliced sushi rolls for added crunch.
- Serve the sushi with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi on the side.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute the imitation crab with marinated tofu or additional vegetables like bell peppers or carrots.
- Experiment with different sauces by adding teriyaki or sesame dressing for a unique flavor twist.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sushi
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg