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California Crunch Roll Sushi

California Crunch Roll Sushi – Easy & Delicious Homemade Fun

Discover the joyful experience of crafting California Crunch Roll Sushi with bold flavors and satisfying crunch in every bite, perfect for sushi lovers.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sushi Rice
  • 1 cup Sushi Rice Use short-grain rice for perfect texture.
  • 1.25 cups Water For cooking rice.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Adds tang to the rice.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Balances acidity of vinegar.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
For the Fillings
  • 4 sheets Nori Use sushi-grade for best flavor.
  • 8 ounces Imitation Crab Can substitute with marinated tofu for vegan.
  • 1 medium Avocado Ensure it's ripe.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Slice thin for distribution.
For the Sauces
  • 0.5 cup Spicy Mayo Mayo mixed with Sriracha.
  • 0.25 cup Eel Sauce Optional for added flavor.
For the Crunchy Topping
  • 0.5 cup Panko Breadcrumbs For added crunch.
Optional Add-ins
  • 4 strips Cream Cheese Optional for creaminess.
  • 1 medium Jalapeño For added spice.
  • 2 tablespoons Teriyaki Glaze For sweetness and flavor.

Equipment

  • Bamboo sushi mat
  • Rice Cooker
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Rinse sushi rice under cold water until water runs clear. Cook rice with water for 18-20 minutes. Mix in vinegar, sugar, and salt. Let cool.
  2. Wrap bamboo mat in plastic wrap. Fill a bowl with water and rice vinegar mix. Place cooled sushi rice next to mat.
  3. Lay nori on mat. Spread sushi rice over nori, leaving a gap at the top. Add fillings across the center.
  4. Lift the edge closest to you and roll away, ensuring fillings are snug. Seal the edge with a little water.
  5. Brush top with spicy mayo or eel sauce and sprinkle with panko breadcrumbs or fried onions.
  6. Slice the roll into 8 pieces with a damp sharp knife. Serve with soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Experiment with different fillings and toppings to find your favorite combination!

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