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California Roll Sushi

A delicious sushi roll featuring imitation crab, avocado, and cucumber, wrapped in seasoned rice and nori, perfect for sushi lovers.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: California roll, sushi, Japanese cuisine, easy recipes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sushi rice
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 sheets nori
  • 1 cup imitation crab meat
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1 cucumber julienned
  • Soy sauce for serving
  • Wasabi and pickled ginger optional

Instructions

  • Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  • Cook the rice according to package instructions.
  • In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt; heat until dissolved.
  • Once the rice is cooked, let it cool slightly, then mix in the vinegar mixture.
  • Place a bamboo sushi mat on a flat surface and cover it with plastic wrap.
  • Lay a sheet of nori on the mat, shiny side down.
  • Wet your hands and spread a thin layer of rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
  • Arrange imitation crab, avocado slices, and cucumber along the bottom edge of the rice.
  • Using the mat, carefully roll the sushi away from you, applying gentle pressure.
  • Seal the edge of the nori with a little water and slice the roll into bite-sized pieces.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 3g