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10-Minute California Sushi Bowl (Super Fresh)

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  • Author: samahkitchen
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired

Description

⭐ All the flavors of a classic California roll in a quick and easy sushi bowl! Made with sushi rice, crab, avocado, and cucumber, this no-roll sushi bowl is perfect for a fast lunch or dinner.


Ingredients

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For the Bowl:

  • 2 cups cooked sushi rice (or short-grain rice)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup imitation crab (or real crab meat), shredded
  • 1/2 avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 sheet nori (seaweed), cut into thin strips
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds (white or black)
  • 1 green onion, sliced (optional)

For the Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp mayonnaise (preferably Japanese Kewpie mayo)
  • 1 tsp sriracha (optional for spice)
  • 1/2 tsp sesame oil

Instructions

Prepare the Rice:

 

While the rice is still warm, mix in rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Stir gently and let it cool slightly.

2️⃣ Assemble the Bowl:

 

Divide the rice into two bowls.

Arrange the crab, avocado, cucumber, and nori strips on top.

Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.

3️⃣ Make the Sauce:

 

In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, mayonnaise, sriracha (if using), and sesame oil.

4️⃣ Serve and Enjoy!

 

Drizzle the sauce over the sushi bowl or serve it on the side.

Mix everything together and enjoy with chopsticks!


Notes

  • Swap white rice for brown rice or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
  • Add extra toppings like pickled ginger, tobiko (fish roe), or edamame for more flavor.
  • If using real crab meat, season it lightly with a pinch of salt and lemon juice.