Description
Sushi lovers will adore this deconstructed crunch roll sushi bowl that brings Japanese-inspired flavors to your kitchen. Crispy panko-coated ingredients and fresh components create a delightful meal you can easily prepare at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Bowl Base
- 3 cups white or brown rice, cooked
- 8 ounces (226 grams) imitation crab, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Protein and Sauces
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons mirin
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha
Crunchy Topping
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the sushi rice according to package directions, ensuring a fluffy and slightly sticky texture. Allow rice to cool to room temperature.
- Finely mince the crab meat and chop fresh cilantro into delicate pieces. Slice cucumber and avocado into uniform, bite-sized cubes.
- Craft the spicy mayo by whisking mayonnaise and Sriracha in a small mixing bowl until smooth and well-integrated. Refrigerate until serving.
- Create the eel sauce by combining soy sauce, sugar, and mirin in a small saucepan. Heat over medium temperature, bringing to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes until the liquid reduces and slightly thickens. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- Toast Panko breadcrumbs in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat. Stir continuously for 2-3 minutes until they transform into a golden, crispy texture. Transfer to a plate to cool and maintain crunchiness.
- Construct the sushi bowls by evenly distributing the cooled rice as a base. Layer chopped crab, cucumber, and avocado over the rice. Sprinkle fresh cilantro across the top.
- Finish by drizzling eel sauce and spicy mayo in an artistic crisscross pattern. Generously garnish with the toasted Panko breadcrumbs for added crunch and texture.
Notes
- Customize rice base by using brown rice or cauliflower rice for healthier alternatives that maintain bowl’s delicious texture.
- Control spicy mayo heat level by adjusting Sriracha quantity, allowing personalization for different taste preferences.
- Toast Panko carefully to prevent burning, ensuring golden crispy texture that adds perfect crunch without bitter undertones.
- Prepare components ahead of time for quick assembly, making this recipe ideal for meal prepping or fast weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 572
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 804 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 79 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg