Delicious California Roll Sushi
Experience the vibrant flavors of a classic California Roll Sushi with this easy-to-follow recipe! Perfect for lunch or as a delightful snack, this sushi roll combines creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber, and savory imitation crabmeat, all wrapped in delicate nori and seasoned rice. Impress your friends and family with your sushi-making skills, and customize the fillings with other ingredients if you wish. Serve with soy sauce, wasabi, and ginger for an authentic sushi experience!
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Servings
255
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
white rice, medium grain
1 1/2 cups (washed and cooked)
cucumbers
28 g (julienned with peel)
avocados
30 g (julienned)
imitation crabmeat
1/2 cup (julienned)
rice vinegar
2 1/2 teaspoons (for seasoning)
mirin
1 1/2 teaspoons (for seasoning)
granulated sugar
4 1/2 teaspoons (for seasoning)
nori sushi sheet, Raw Untoasted
1 (for wrapping)
Instructions
1
Begin by rinsing 1 1/2 cups of medium-grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch that can make the rice gummy.
2
Cook 2 cups of rice in a rice cooker according to the manufacturer’s instructions, or boil with sufficient water until tender. Once cooked, let rice cool to room temperature.
3
In a small saucepan, combine 2 1/2 teaspoons of rice vinegar, 1 1/2 teaspoons of mirin, and 4 1/2 teaspoons of granulated sugar. Heat over low until the sugar dissolves. Set aside to cool.
4
While the mixture cools, prepare your fillings. Julienne the cucumber, imitation crab, and avocado into long strips for easy assembly.
5
Once the rice has cooled, gently fold the vinegar mixture into the rice, ensuring it is evenly coated and remains moist but not overly wet.
6
Place a sushi mat on a flat surface and lay one raw nori sheet, shiny side down, on the mat.
7
Spread the seasoned rice over 4/5 of the nori sheet, leaving about an inch of space at the top for sealing.
8
Arrange the imitation crab, cucumber, and avocado neatly in a stripe along the rice-covered portion of the nori.
9
Using the sushi mat, carefully roll the nori away from you, pressing firmly yet gently to create a tight roll. Seal the edge with a little water to ensure it sticks.
10
Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 6 to 8 pieces, wiping the knife with a damp cloth between cuts for cleaner slices.
11
Serve your delicious California Roll Sushi with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger for dipping.
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
46.5g
Carbs
8g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a California Roll Sushi?
It is a classic sushi roll made with avocado, cucumber, and imitation crabmeat wrapped in nori and seasoned rice.
What type of rice is best for this California Roll recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of medium-grain white rice.
How should the rice be prepared before cooking?
You should rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
How do I cook the rice for this sushi?
Cook 2 cups of rice in a rice cooker according to instructions or boil until tender, then let it cool to room temperature.
What ingredients are used for the rice seasoning?
The seasoning consists of 2 1/2 teaspoons of rice vinegar, 1 1/2 teaspoons of mirin, and 4 1/2 teaspoons of granulated sugar.
How do I make the sushi vinegar mixture?
Combine rice vinegar, mirin, and sugar in a small saucepan and heat over low until the sugar dissolves.
How do I prepare the cucumber for the roll?
You should julienne 28 grams of cucumber with the peel into long strips.
How should the avocado be sliced?
Julienne 30 grams of avocado into long strips for easy assembly.
How is the imitation crabmeat prepared?
The 1/2 cup of imitation crabmeat should be julienned into long strips.
When should I add the vinegar mixture to the rice?
Once the rice has cooled, gently fold the vinegar mixture into it so it is evenly coated.
What should the texture of the seasoned rice be like?
The rice should be moist but not overly wet.
Which side of the nori sheet should be face down on the mat?
Place the nori sheet shiny side down on the sushi mat.
How much rice should I spread on the nori?
Spread the seasoned rice over 4/5 of the nori sheet, leaving an inch at the top.
What is the purpose of leaving an inch of space at the top of the nori?
Leaving an inch of space allows you to seal the roll properly.
How do I arrange the fillings on the rice?
Arrange the imitation crab, cucumber, and avocado in a neat stripe along the rice-covered portion.
How do I roll the sushi?
Using a sushi mat, roll the nori away from you while pressing firmly yet gently to create a tight roll.
How do I seal the edge of the sushi roll?
Seal the edge with a little water to ensure it sticks.
How many pieces does one California roll yield?
Using a sharp knife, you can slice the roll into 6 to 8 pieces.
How can I get clean cuts when slicing the sushi?
Wipe the knife with a damp cloth between each cut for cleaner slices.
What are the traditional accompaniments for this dish?
Serve the sushi with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger.
How many calories are in this California Roll?
One serving of this recipe contains approximately 255 calories.
What is the fat content of this sushi roll?
There are 5 grams of fat in this California Roll recipe.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
This recipe contains 46.5 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in the California Roll?
Each serving provides 8 grams of protein.
Is this recipe suitable for lunch?
Yes, it is described as being perfect for lunch or as a delightful snack.
Can I customize the fillings in this roll?
Yes, you can customize the fillings with other ingredients if you wish.
What is mirin?
Mirin is a Japanese sweet rice wine used in this recipe to season the sushi rice.
Do I use toasted or untoasted nori?
The recipe specifies using a raw, untoasted nori sushi sheet.
How many main ingredients are required?
There are 8 main ingredients listed in the recipe.
Is a sushi mat necessary for this recipe?
Yes, the instructions specifically mention using a sushi mat to create a tight, uniform roll.