California Roll Sushi Bowls Recipe

Introduction

California Roll Sushi Bowls offer all the delightful flavors of a traditional sushi roll in a fresh, deconstructed bowl form. This vibrant dish combines creamy crab, crunchy vegetables, and cauliflower rice for a light yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 16 ounce cauliflower
• 2 tablespoon water
• 5 tablespoon mayonnaise
• 1/4 teaspoon wasabi paste
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
• 8 ounce fresh crab meat
• 1 teaspoon sriracha
• 1 avocado
• 1 sheet nori sheet
• 1/2 cucumber
• 1/3 cup red cabbage
• 1 bunch radish
• 1 teaspoon carrot
• Sesame seeds, to taste
• Salt, to taste

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place the cauliflower in a bowl and add the water. Cover with cling film and microwave for 10 minutes or until tender.
2. Step 2: Drain any excess water, then transfer the cauliflower florets to a food processor. Pulse until the cauliflower resembles rice-sized pieces, being careful not to puree it. Set aside.
3. Step 3: In a mixing bowl, combine the fresh crab meat, mayonnaise, sriracha, wasabi paste, sesame oil, and salt. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
4. Step 4: To assemble the sushi bowl, start with a base of cauliflower rice. Add the creamy crab mixture on top, then layer with red cabbage, sliced radish, grated carrot, sliced cucumber, avocado, and torn nori sheet.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle sesame seeds over the bowl to finish and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

• Use cooked shrimp or imitation crab if fresh crab meat is unavailable.
• Add pickled ginger or a drizzle of soy sauce for extra authentic flavor.
• For a vegetarian option, swap the crab for diced tofu tossed in the same sauce.

Storage

Store leftover components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. It’s best to keep the cauliflower rice and crab mixture separate from fresh vegetables to maintain texture. Reheat the cauliflower rice gently in the microwave before assembling a fresh bowl.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular rice instead of cauliflower rice?

Yes, you can substitute cooked sushi rice if you prefer a more traditional texture, but cauliflower rice keeps the dish lower in carbs and lighter.

How spicy is this recipe?

The dish has a mild spicy kick from the sriracha and wasabi, but you can adjust these ingredients according to your heat preference.

California Roll Sushi Bowls Recipe

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• Author: Ben
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 2 servings 1x
• Diet: Low Fat

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Description

This California Roll Sushi Bowl offers a fresh, low-carb twist on the traditional sushi roll by replacing rice with cauliflower rice. It’s a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring creamy crab meat mixed with wasabi, sriracha, and sesame oil, complemented by crisp vegetables like cucumber, radish, red cabbage, carrot, and avocado, all topped with toasted sesame seeds. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, this sushi bowl is easy to prepare using a microwave and food processor.

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Ingredients

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Base

• 16 ounce Cauliflower
• 2 tablespoon Water

Crab Mixture

• 8 ounce Fresh Crab Meat
• 5 tablespoon Mayonnaise
• 1/4 teaspoon Wasabi Paste
• 1/2 teaspoon Sesame Oil
• 1 teaspoon Sriracha
• Salt to taste

Toppings

• 1 Avocado
• 1 sheet Nori Sheet
• 1/2 Cucumber
• 1/3 cup Red Cabbage
• 1 bunch Radish
• 1 teaspoon Carrot
• Sesame Seeds to taste

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Instructions

1. Cook the Cauliflower: Place 16 ounces of cauliflower florets in a microwave-safe bowl with 2 tablespoons of water. Cover the bowl with cling film and microwave on high for 10 minutes or until the cauliflower is tender.
2. Prepare Cauliflower Rice: Drain any excess water from the cooked cauliflower. Transfer the florets to a food processor and pulse until they break down to the size of rice grains. Be careful not to over-process to avoid turning it into a puree. Set aside.
3. Make the Crab Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine 8 ounces of fresh crab meat with 5 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon of sriracha, 1/4 teaspoon of wasabi paste, 1/2 teaspoon of sesame oil, and salt to taste. Stir thoroughly until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
4. Prepare the Toppings: Slice 1 avocado, half a cucumber, and 1 teaspoon of carrot thinly. Clean and slice the radishes from 1 bunch. Also, shred 1/3 cup of red cabbage and cut 1 nori sheet into strips or bite-sized pieces.
5. Assemble the Sushi Bowl: In serving bowls, layer the cauliflower rice as the base. Top with the creamy crab mixture followed by the prepared vegetables and nori strips. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top to finish. Serve immediately for best freshness and flavor.

Notes

• Do not over-process the cauliflower to maintain a rice-like texture.
• You can substitute fresh crab meat with imitation crab if preferred.
• Adjust sriracha and wasabi quantities according to your desired spice level.
• For a vegan version, omit crab and mayonnaise and replace with mashed chickpeas and vegan mayo.
• Serve chilled or at room temperature for the best taste.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Microwaving
• Cuisine: Japanese-inspired

Keywords: California roll, sushi bowl, cauliflower rice, crab meat, low-carb sushi, Japanese-inspired, microwave cooking