Description
Homemade California Crunch Roll Sushi offers a delightful fusion of flavors that transforms the classic California roll into a crunchy, satisfying dish. This easy-to-make sushi features creamy avocado, refreshing cucumber, and sweet crab, all wrapped in perfectly cooked sushi rice and nori. Topped with spicy mayo and crispy panko breadcrumbs, it’s a fun and flavorful option for sushi night or any gathering. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a beginner, this recipe allows you to impress your family and friends with your culinary skills while enjoying a delicious treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 (mayo + sriracha)
- ½ cup toasted panko breadcrumbs or French fried onions
- Cream cheese strips
- Thinly sliced jalapeño
- Teriyaki glaze
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Cook the rice with water in a rice cooker or on the stovetop according to package instructions.
- In a saucepan, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved over low heat.
- Once the rice is cooked, gently fold in the vinegar mixture while it’s still warm. Allow it to cool.
- Wrap your bamboo sushi mat in plastic wrap to keep it clean.
- Place a bowl of water mixed with a bit of rice vinegar nearby to prevent sticking when handling the rice.
- Lay one sheet of nori shiny side down on your bamboo mat.
- Spread an even layer of cooled sushi rice over the nori, leaving about ½ inch at the top edge.
- Carefully flip the nori so that the rice is facing down.
- Layer imitation crab, sliced avocado, cucumber strips, and any optional ingredients along the center of the nori.
- Use your thumbs to lift the edge of the mat while holding down filling with your fingers.
- Gently but firmly roll it into a cylinder shape while sealing the edge as you go.
- Press down using the mat to shape it properly.
- Brush the top of your roll with spicy mayo or eel sauce for extra flavor.
- Generously sprinkle panko breadcrumbs or fried onions over it.
- Lightly press down with your mat to secure everything in place.
- Using a sharp damp knife, slice each roll into 8 pieces for easy serving.
- Drizzle additional sauce over if desired before serving.
- Serve alongside soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi for an authentic experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll - approximately 140g
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg