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California sushi rolls that will wow your taste buds!

California sushi rolls

California sushi rolls are a delicious and popular sushi variety that combines fresh ingredients with a unique flavor profile, perfect for sushi lovers.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups sushi rice
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 sheets nori (seaweed)
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 1 cucumber, julienned
  • 1/2 pound imitation crab meat, shredded
  • Soy sauce, for serving
  • Wasabi, for serving
  • Pickled ginger, for serving

Instructions

  1. Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. Cook the rice according to package instructions and let it cool.
  3. In a small bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved.
  4. Fold the vinegar mixture into the cooled rice.
  5. Place a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat, shiny side down.
  6. Spread a thin layer of sushi rice over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
  7. Arrange avocado, cucumber, and crab meat in a line across the rice.
  8. Using the mat, roll the sushi tightly away from you, pressing gently.
  9. Seal the edge of the nori with a little water.
  10. Slice the roll into 6-8 pieces and serve with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute crab meat with tofu or additional vegetables.
  • Make sure to use sushi-grade fish if you choose to add raw fish.
  • Keep a bowl of water nearby to wet your hands while handling the rice to prevent sticking.

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