Homemade California Crunch Roll Sushi
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Homemade California Crunch Roll Sushi, a fun twist on the beloved classic. This sushi roll combines creamy avocado, sweet crab (or imitation crab), and crisp cucumber, all wrapped in perfectly seasoned sushi rice and nori. Topped with a drizzle of spicy mayo, savory eel sauce, and a crunchy layer of toasted panko or fried onions, this dish is not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor. Ideal for a casual family dinner or an impressive gathering with friends, making sushi at home has never been easier or more enjoyable. Gather your loved ones and experience the joy of rolling your own sushi for an unforgettable mealtime adventure.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 rolls each) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 1 cup short-grain white rice
- 1¼ cups water
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 4 roasted nori sheets (sushi-grade)
- 1 cup imitation crab (or real crab meat)
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 1 small cucumber, cut into thin strips
- 2 tbsp spicy mayo (mayonnaise + sriracha)
- ½ cup toasted panko breadcrumbs or French fried onions
Instructions
- Rinse 1 cup of short-grain white rice until water runs clear. Cook with 1¼ cups water until tender.
- Mix 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sugar, and ½ tsp salt in a saucepan over low heat until dissolved; fold into warm rice and let cool.
- Prepare your bamboo mat and lay a sheet of nori shiny side down. Spread cooled rice evenly over nori, leaving about ½ inch at the top.
- Flip the nori so rice side is down. Layer imitation crab, sliced avocado, cucumber strips, and optional add-ins.
- Roll tightly using the mat to shape the sushi into a cylinder.
- Brush tops with spicy mayo or eel sauce; sprinkle toasted panko on top.
- Slice into 8 pieces with a sharp knife dipped in water for clean cuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (about 200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg