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California Crunch Roll Sushi

California Crunch Roll Sushi
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California Crunch Roll Sushi is a delightful and vibrant dish that brings the flavors of California right to your kitchen. This easy-to-make sushi roll features creamy avocado, crunchy fried onions, and savory fish protein, all wrapped in a savory seaweed shell. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this sushi roll not only impresses with its taste but also offers a fun cooking experience for everyone involved. Customize it to your liking by swapping out ingredients, and enjoy a culinary adventure that will quickly become a household favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups short-grain rice
  • 2 ¼ cups water
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups cooked shredded fish fillet or shrimp
  • 1 large avocado, sliced
  • 1 small cucumber, julienned
  • 6 sheets roasted seaweed (nori)
  • 1 cup crispy fried onions or tempura flakes
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha or chili sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon unseasoned yogurt-based sauce for a lighter alternative
  • Soy sauce for dipping

Instructions

  1. Rinse 2 cups of short-grain rice under cold water until clear, then cook with 2 ¼ cups water until fluffy.
  2. In a saucepan, dissolve ¼ cup rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sugar, and ½ teaspoon salt over low heat. Mix into the cooked rice and let cool.
  3. Prepare fillings: shred cooked fish or shrimp, slice avocado, and julienne cucumber.
  4. On a bamboo mat covered with plastic wrap, place nori shiny side down. Spread rice evenly over nori, leaving a border at the top.
  5. Flip nori so rice is down; add fillings at the bottom third.
  6. Roll tightly using the mat while applying gentle pressure; seal with water.
  7. Top with mayonnaise and crispy onions; gently press to secure.
  8. Slice rolls into pieces and serve with soy sauce.

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