Savor Spicy Crab Roll (Ready-to-Print Version)
Delight in a spicy crab roll featuring avocado, sriracha, and cucumber for a fresh sushi experience.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Sushi Rice
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1 cup short grain sushi rice
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1.5 cups water
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2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
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1 tablespoon granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
→ Filling
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8 ounces imitation crab meat
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2 tablespoons Kewpie mayonnaise
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1 tablespoon sriracha
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1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
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1 teaspoon sesame oil
→ Vegetables
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1 ripe avocado
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1 to 2 Persian cucumbers
→ Assembly
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3 to 4 nori sheets
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2 tablespoons black and white sesame seeds
→ For Serving
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Soy sauce, to taste
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Wasabi, to taste
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Pickled ginger, to taste
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Rinse short grain sushi rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine with water in a rice cooker and cook according to manufacturer's instructions. Let sit covered for 10 minutes, then gently fold in rice vinegar, sugar, and salt.
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Thinly shred imitation crab meat into a bowl. Stir in mayonnaise, sriracha, lime juice, and sesame oil until well combined.
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Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and cut into thin slices. Julienne the Persian cucumbers into thin strips.
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Place a nori sheet shiny side down on a bamboo sushi mat. Wet hands and evenly spread 3/4 cup of sushi rice over nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top. Layer spicy crab filling, avocado slices, and cucumber strips. Roll tightly, sealing with a touch of water.
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Dip a sharp knife in warm water, then slice the roll into 6 to 8 even pieces. Serve immediately with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger.
# Handy Tips:
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For best texture, ensure sushi rice is rinsed thoroughly and allowed to rest before seasoning.