California Roll Sushi Bowls Recipe

If you like sushi but don’t want the hard work, this California Roll Sushi Bowls Recipe is perfect. It has all the flavors of a California roll, but in a bowl.

No need to roll anything! Just cook some rice, cut a few fresh ingredients, and put it all together. It’s healthy, colorful, and really tasty.

You can even make it ahead for busy days. Add spicy mayo, soy sauce, and sesame seeds on top — and it feels like a fancy sushi dinner at home.

This California Roll Sushi Bowls Recipe is easy enough for anyone to make. Give it a try — it might become your new favorite meal!

When I First Introduced to

I first tried California Roll Sushi Bowls at a party. A friend made them — and everyone loved how easy and tasty they were!

Equipment You Need

• Pot or rice cooker
• Knife
• Chopping board
• Mixing bowls
• Spoon or spatula
• Bowls for serving
• Small bowl for sauces
• Measuring cups
• Measuring spoons
• Grater (for carrot)

Ingredients

• 2 cups sushi rice
• 2 ½ cups water
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup crab meat (imitation works fine)
• 1 avocado, cut in small pieces
• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, grated
• 2 sheets seaweed (nori), cut into strips
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 2 green onions, chopped
• ¼ cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon sriracha (chili sauce)
• Soy sauce (for topping)
• Pickled ginger (optional)
• Wasabi (optional)

How to Make It

Step 1: Wash rice until water looks clear.
Step 2: Cook rice with water until soft and sticky.
Step 3: Mix vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small bowl.
Step 4: Add this mix to the rice and let it cool.
Step 5: Mix mayo and sriracha to make spicy sauce.
Step 6: Cut avocado, cucumber, and grate the carrot.
Step 7: Shred the crab meat and slice the green onion.
Step 8: Put cooked rice into serving bowls.
Step 9: Add crab, avocado, cucumber, and carrot.
Step 10: Add seaweed strips and sprinkle sesame seeds.
Step 11: Drizzle with spicy mayo and soy sauce.
Step 12: Add green onions, wasabi, or pickled ginger if you like.

Recipe Tips

1. Use leftover rice for a quicker option.
2. Chill your ingredients for a fresh feel.
3. Add fruit like mango for sweetness.
4. Use real crab if you want a richer flavor.
5. Toast seaweed for a crunchy topping.
6. Try brown rice to make it healthier.
7. Adjust spicy mayo to your taste.
8. Chop everything ahead to save time.

What to Serve With It

1. Miso Soup:
A warm and salty soup that goes great with sushi.

2. Seaweed Salad:
A fresh and tangy salad that adds crunch.

3. Edamame:
Boiled soybeans with salt — a healthy and fun snack.

Conclusion

This California Roll Sushi Bowls Recipe is easy and fun. You get all the taste of sushi without any rolling. Make it for lunch, dinner, or meal prep!