California Roll Rice Bowl

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This California Roll Rice Bowl brings together all the flavors of your favorite sushi roll into a simple, fresh, and easy-to-make dish. It's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, with delicious layers of sushi rice, imitation crab, avocado, and pickled vegetables, all topped with a spicy mayo drizzle and crispy nori strips. Enjoy this sushi-inspired bowl without the hassle of rolling!

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Prep time: 5mins
Cook time: 20mins
Serves or Makes: 1 bowl

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ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked Calrose rice
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha, adjusted to taste
  • 1/2 cup imitation crab
  • 1/2 avocado, sliced `
  • 1/4 cup pickled vegetables (carrots, radish, cucumber)
  • 1 sheet of nori (seaweed), cut into thin strips
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
  • Pickled ginger, for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce, plus more for dipping
  • Wasabi (optional), for serving

Method

  • Step 1

    Cook the rice according to package instructions.

  • Step 2

    Once cooked, mix in the rice vinegar, granulated sugar, and kosher salt. Let the rice cool to room temperature.

  • Step 3

    In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise with the sriracha (or more for extra heat) and set aside.

  • Step 4

    Add the cooled rice to a bowl as the base. Top with the imitation crab, avocado, and pickled vegetables.

  • Step 5

    Drizzle the bowl with spicy mayo. Add thin strips of nori, sprinkle with the toasted sesame seeds, and garnish with pickled ginger.

  • Step 6

    Pair the bowl with soy sauce for dipping and a small amount of wasabi on the side if desired.