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| Fresh California Rolls with Crab, Avocado & Cucumber |
Ingredients:
2 cups of sushi rice
2 1/2 cups water
1/3 cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
5 sheets of nori (seaweed)
1 cup imitation crab sticks or real crab meat, shredded
1 ripe avocado, sliced
1/2 cucumber, julienned
1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional)
Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi (for serving)
Bamboo sushi mat wrapped in plastic wrap
Directions:
Rinse sushi rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Combine with water in a pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Gently fold into the cooked rice. Let the rice cool to room temperature.
Place a sheet of plastic wrap over the bamboo sushi mat. Lay a sheet of nori, shiny side down, on the mat. With wet fingers, spread a thin layer of sushi rice over the nori, then sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Flip the nori over so the rice side is facing down.
Arrange crab, avocado, and cucumber in a horizontal line across the center of the nori. Add a touch of mayo if desired.
Roll the sushi tightly using the bamboo mat, applying gentle pressure to shape it into a firm roll.
Slice the roll into 6-8 equal pieces using a sharp, damp knife. Wipe the blade between each cut for clean slices.
Serve with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi on the side.
Prep Time: 30 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes
Kcal: 210 kcal | Servings: 4 rolls (about 24 pieces)
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California Rolls are a Western twist on traditional Japanese sushi, offering a refreshing combination of sweet crab meat, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber. These inside-out rolls, with rice on the outside and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, are a go-to favorite for sushi lovers and beginners alike.
They’re ideal for at-home sushi making and don’t require raw fish, making them approachable and family-friendly. Whether served as an appetizer or main dish, California Rolls are light, flavorful, and deeply satisfying. Plus, the vibrant colors and delicate texture make them a stunning addition to any table spread.