Cuencos de sushi California roll para preparar comidas saludables

Ingredientes

• 2 cups sushi rice (short-grain Japanese rice)
• 2 1/2 cups water
• 1/3 cup rice vinegar (seasoned or unseasoned)
• 2 tbsp sugar (if using unseasoned vinegar)
• 1 tsp salt (if using unseasoned vinegar)
• 1 lb imitation crab (or fresh lump crab meat)
• 2 large avocados, sliced
• 1 large English cucumber, cut into ribbons
• 4 sheets dried seaweed (nori)
• 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise (Japanese Kewpie preferred)
• 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
• 1/4 cup soy sauce (for serving)
• Optional: pickled ginger and wasabi for serving

Preparación

1. 1

   Rinse the sushi rice in a fine-mesh strainer under cold running water until the water runs clear.

2. 2

   Transfer the rinsed rice to a rice cooker or a heavy-bottomed pot with 2 ½ cups of water. Cook according to your appliance's instructions, or bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let it steam, covered, for 10 more minutes.

3. 3

   While the rice is still hot, transfer it to a large wooden or glass bowl. In a small bowl, combine the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt (if using unseasoned vinegar). Gently fold the vinegar mixture into the rice using a slicing motion with a rice paddle or spatula. Fan the rice as you mix to cool it down and give it a glossy sheen. Set aside to cool to room temperature.

4. 4

   While the rice cools, prepare the toppings. Use a vegetable peeler to create long, thin cucumber ribbons from the English cucumber. Slice the avocados into even wedges. Cut the imitation crab into bite-sized pieces.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise and sriracha until smooth to make the spicy mayo.

6. 6

   Divide the seasoned sushi rice evenly among four serving bowls. Arrange the cucumber ribbons, sliced avocado, and imitation crab pieces in neat sections on top of the rice.

7. 7

   Sprinkle generously with the nori strips and toasted sesame seeds. Drizzle the spicy mayo over everything, or serve it on the side.

8. 8

   Serve immediately with small dishes of soy sauce, pickled ginger, and wasabi on the side. For meal prep, keep the avocado separate and add it fresh just before eating to prevent browning.