California Sushi Bowls
These quick and easy California Sushi Bowls bring together all the sushi flavors you love—crab, avocado, cucumber, and spicy mayo—without any rolling! Perfect for a fast weeknight dinner or fun DIY sushi night.
Ingredients
Base:
- 2 cups cooked sushi rice
Protein & Veggies:
- 8 oz imitation crab or real crab, cut into small pieces
- 1 avocado chopped
- 1/2 English cucumber thinly sliced
- 1 oz seaweed sheets nori, cut into thin strips
Spicy Sauce:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp sriracha sauce adjust to taste
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1/4 tsp roasted sesame oil
- Sushi Rice Seasoning optional but recommended:
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp sugar
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Prepare sushi rice according to package directions. For best results, rinse thoroughly before cooking.
- Season the Rice: While the rice is still warm, mix in the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt mixture. Fold gently with a wooden spoon or rice paddle to keep it fluffy.
- Make the Spicy Mayo: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Chill in the fridge to let the flavors blend.
- Assemble the Bowl: Start with a bed of sushi rice in each bowl. Top with crab, avocado, cucumber, and strips of nori.
- Drizzle & Serve: Finish with a generous drizzle of spicy mayo. Add sesame seeds or green onions if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to swap in tuna, shrimp, or tofu for the crab.
- This bowl is best fresh, but components can be prepped ahead and stored separately.
- Want more heat? Add extra sriracha or even a sprinkle of chili flakes!